Rob Hudnut is an American film and television producer who is well known for his 20 years as Executive Producer and Vice President of Mattel's entertainment divisions; Mattel Entertainment and Barbie Entertainment as well as their successor, Mattel Playground Productions (now Mattel Films) . He is one of the most innovative and successful storytellers in children's entertainment. His films/movies, television series and specials have inspired billions of hours of viewership and over $15 billion worth of entertainment, toy and consumer product sales. Before starting his own production company which he named after himself in 2017 to create faith-based franchises, Rob created award-winning entertainment for Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price Little People, Rescue Heroes, Polly Pocket and Masters of the Universe as well as DC Superhero Girls.
Rob co-wrote and co-executive-produced "Barbie in the Nutcracker", the first Barbie film/movie which released in 2001. He then executive produced an additional 27 titles that have sold well over 180 million copies worldwide. Rob is also an Emmy-nominated songwriter who co-wrote over 50 songs for the Barbie films, as well as songs for Hot Wheels and Fisher-Price. He has also been the executive producer for Barbie stage shows and live experiences.
Rob is a Princeton University graduate. Prior to Mattel, he developed and co-executive produced the television series "Mighty Max" and "Captain Simian".
Rob and his family (his wife and his twin sons) currently live in Los Angeles, where he's usually playing tennis.