Wasserman Music Agency faces uncertain future as artists quit after Epstein‑related revelations

The fate of Wasserman Music Agency, one of the industry’s biggest talent agencies, is now in serious doubt after a wave of artists, agents, and industry figures began distancing themselves following new revelations tied to the company’s founder and CEO, Casey Wasserman.

The controversy stems from the recent release of internal FBI and US Department of Justice documents connected to the Jeffrey Epstein case, which included personal emails between Wasserman and Ghislaine Maxwell, a convicted associate of Epstein. Though Wasserman has denied any inappropriate involvement with Epstein himself, the correspondence has sparked widespread backlash.

Pop star Chappell Roan was among the most prominent voices to cut ties with the agency, announcing on Instagram that she was “no longer represented by Wasserman” and calling on the industry to uphold higher ethical standards. In her statement, Roan wrote that she holds her teams “to the highest standards” and refuses to “passively stand by,” saying artists “deserve representation that aligns with their values and supports their safety and dignity.”

Other acts and agents have also taken action. Bands such as Wednesday, Beach Bunny, and Water From Your Eyes publicly announced their departures or intentions to leave, with some employees at the agency reportedly demanding that Wasserman step down or divest the music business entirely.

Industry insiders say Wasserman representatives are preparing key meetings this week to determine the company’s next steps amid mounting pressure. Several top agents are said to be exploring options to buy portions of the business or potentially form a new agency if the situation continues to deteriorate.

Wasserman’s role as chairman of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics organizing committee has also come under scrutiny, with critics arguing that his continued leadership is incompatible with the event’s stated values of inclusivity and safety. Wasserman has publicly expressed regret for his past correspondence with Maxwell, noting it occurred long before her crimes came to light and asserting he had no personal or business ties to Epstein himself.

As of now, the future of Wasserman Music Agency remains uncertain, with insiders and artists alike watching closely to see whether the company can weather the reputational storm or will be forced into a major restructuring or leadership change.