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Jack Giarraputo is a prolific producer and a 20-year veteran of the movie industry, having produced films for Disney, Paramount, Sony, Fox, and Warner Brothers that have collectively grossed over $3.5 billion worldwide. Together with partner Adam Sandler, he has developed Happy Madison into a highly successful brand, boasting an impressive streak of 14 films each earning over $100 million. Notable titles include Grownups 1 & 2, Mall Cop, and The Longest Yard. The brand has also made a successful transition to television, with Happy Madison TV achieving success through the seven-season, 100-episode run of "Rules of Engagement," and the upcoming ABC comedy series "The Goldbergs." Beyond Hollywood, Jack serves as Chairman of the Board for Fuel Sports Management, the largest motorsports talent agency in the U.S., representing top NASCAR drivers such as Denny Hamlin, Kasey Kahne, Jamie McMurray, and Matt Kenseth. He also holds ownership stakes in leading talent management firms across the NFL, MLS, and the English Premier League. In venture capital, Jack is an active entrepreneur with numerous private equity investments through Sweet Water Capital, which he co-manages with partner Keith Lehman. They focus on early-stage companies where Jack leverages his experience and network to add strategic value. His philanthropic work includes support for Paralyzed Veterans of America, the Multiple Sclerosis Society, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and Wounded Warriors, among others. Jack holds a Bachelor of Arts from NYU’s Stern School of Business and a Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law. He resides in Malibu, California with his wife, Michelle, and their two sons, Duke and Ace.
