Casey Wasserman, chairman of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, is selling his talent agency following revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein files. The move comes after emails he sent to Epstein’s former associate Ghislaine Maxwell in 2003 resurfaced, sparking criticism. Wasserman said the scandal had become a “distraction” but emphasized he would remain as LA28 chief.
In a memo to employees of the Wasserman Group, the executive apologized for the discomfort caused by his past actions. “It’s not fair to you, and it’s not fair to the clients and partners we represent so vigorously,” he wrote. The memo was reported by US outlets including the New York Times and Wall Street Journal.
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Wasserman, 51, has not faced any criminal charges related to the Epstein scandal. He noted that the emails took place before Maxwell’s crimes were publicly known and stressed that he was unaware of her illegal activities at the time. Despite the controversy, LA28’s executive committee recently confirmed he should continue in his role.
The Wasserman Group represents stars across music, sports, and entertainment, but several artists, including Grammy-winning Chappell Roan, have left the agency since the scandal surfaced. Los Angeles city officials have also urged Wasserman to step down from his Olympic position, citing public pressure.
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Wasserman’s agency sale is part of his effort to minimize distraction ahead of the 2028 Games, which are now less than three years away. He vowed to ensure a smooth transition while focusing on the Olympics, amid growing scrutiny of figures linked to Epstein’s network.