Summary
Pop singer Chappell Roan has left the Wasserman talent agency because she wants representation that matches her moral values. This comes after backlash against Casey Wasserman, head of the agency, due to past associations revealed in the Epstein files. Several artists and politicians are calling for Wasserman to step down from his roles.
Key Facts
- Chappell Roan announced she is no longer represented by the Wasserman talent agency.
- Roan wants representation that aligns with her moral values.
- Casey Wasserman, head of the agency, is facing backlash due to his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
- Wasserman apologized for his association, saying it was during a "humanitarian trip."
- Several artists, including Best Coast and Beach Bunny, have called for Wasserman to step down.
- Wasserman's agency represents other famous artists like Ed Sheeran and Coldplay.
- Politicians and artists are urging Wasserman to leave the Los Angeles Olympics organizing committee.
- Some agents at Wasserman are thinking about setting up a separate music representation business.
