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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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