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Casey Wasserman Steps Back from Business Amid Controversy

Los Angeles, USASunday, February 15, 2026
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Background

  • Casey Wasserman, head of the LA 2028 Olympics, is selling his talent agency.
  • Old emails with Ghislaine Maxwell, a convicted sex trafficker, surfaced.
  • Public outcry demands his resignation.
  • Pop star Chappell Roan left his agency due to the controversy.

Wasserman's Response

  • Denied close ties with Maxwell or Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Apologized for knowing Maxwell before her crimes were public.
  • Decided to sell his agency to avoid being a distraction.

LA 2028 Olympics' Stance

  • Investigated Wasserman's past.
  • Found no wrongdoing beyond known information.
  • Allowed him to keep his job.

Impact on the Company

  • Apologized to staff for causing trouble.
  • Acknowledged unfairness to employees and clients.
  • Unclear if this will repair the damage.

Uncertain Future

  • Talent agency remains silent on the sale.
  • No word on potential buyers or next steps.

"This is a big change for Wasserman and his company. It's also a reminder that past actions can have big consequences."

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