Casey Wasserman was the consummate LA powerbroker. Now his links to Ghislaine Maxwell threaten his legacy

"He was a consummate power broker, someone who controlled the careers of prominent musicians, actors and athletes through the talent agency named after him, cultivated relationships in local and national politics, raised money for key election contests, endowed civic buildings and, through his family wealth, gave lavishly to social causes. When Los Angeles hosted the Super Bowl in 2022, Wasserman chaired the host committee, and his client Kendrick Lamar featured prominently in the half-time show's all-star lineup."

"Casey Wasserman was born into Hollywood royalty, and for much of his life until the release of the Epstein files brought his world crashing down he appeared as formidable and untouchable as the entertainment industry moguls of old. He wasn't just the man charged with organizing the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles a position he still holds, despite widespread calls for his resignation."

"When Wasserman celebrated his 50th birthday, in 2024, the Democratic party luminaries who flew in for the party and rubbed shoulders with Hollywood industry executives and sports, film and television stars included former president Bill Clinton, former House speaker Nancy Pelosi and California's governor, Gavin Newsom. All that influence and glamour is now in question, after the revelation of a 23-year-old, graphically sexual email exchange between Wasserman, who was married at the time, and Ghislaine Maxwell,"

Casey Wasserman was born into Hollywood royalty and built extensive influence across entertainment, sports and politics. He leads a talent agency representing prominent musicians, actors and athletes, cultivates political relationships, raises funds for elections and endows civic institutions. He chaired the 2022 Super Bowl host committee and remains charged with organizing the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games despite calls for his resignation. A 23-year-old, graphically sexual email exchange with Ghislaine Maxwell and earlier travel on Jeffrey Epstein's private plane have prompted reputational fallout. Several clients have distanced themselves and longstanding political and industry ties face scrutiny.

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