Pop Stars Exit Wasserman Music Agency After CEO's Epstein Connection Revealed

Chappell Roan and other artists leave agency over CEO Casey Wasserman's ties to Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Pop star Chappell Roan announced she is leaving the Wasserman Music Agency following revelations about founder and CEO Casey Wasserman's connection to the late disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Roan said artists deserve representation that aligns with their values and supports their safety and dignity. Other artists have also reportedly left the agency, which represents major acts like Ed Sheeran and Kendrick Lamar, after Wasserman's communication with Epstein's associate Ghislaine Maxwell came to light.

Why it matters

The departure of high-profile artists from the Wasserman Music Agency highlights the growing scrutiny and accountability that entertainment industry leaders face over their connections to figures like Jeffrey Epstein. As the music industry grapples with issues of ethics and power dynamics, artists are increasingly demanding that their representation uphold their own moral values.

The details

In emails released by the U.S. Department of Justice, Wasserman is shown communicating with Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's associate, in 2003. In one exchange, Wasserman asks Maxwell what he needs to do to see her in a 'tight leather outfit,' while in another he inquires about visiting when it's foggy enough for Maxwell to 'float naked down the beach.' Wasserman has since apologized for the correspondence, stating it occurred 'long before her horrific crimes came to light.' However, the revelations have led to mounting pressure on Wasserman to step down from his roles, including as chairman of the organizing committee for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

  • The latest batch of Epstein documents was released by the U.S. Department of Justice in late January 2026.
  • Chappell Roan announced her departure from the Wasserman Music Agency on Monday, February 10, 2026.

The players

Chappell Roan

A pop star who announced she is leaving the Wasserman Music Agency following the revelations about CEO Casey Wasserman's connection to Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell.

Casey Wasserman

The founder and CEO of the Wasserman Music Agency, who is facing scrutiny over his communication with Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's associate.

Ghislaine Maxwell

Jeffrey Epstein's associate, whose communication with Casey Wasserman was revealed in recently released Department of Justice documents.

Jeffrey Epstein

The late disgraced financier and convicted sex offender, whose connection to Casey Wasserman has led to the departure of artists from the Wasserman Music Agency.

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What they’re saying

“As of today, I am no longer represented by Wasserman, the talent agency led by Casey Wasserman. I hold my teams to the highest standards and have a duty to protect them as well. No artist, agent or employee should ever be expected to defend or overlook actions that conflict so deeply with our own moral values.”

— Chappell Roan, Pop Star (Instagram)

“I deeply regret my correspondence with Ghislaine Maxwell. I went on a humanitarian trip as part of a delegation with the Clinton Foundation in 2002 on the Epstein plane. I am terribly sorry for having any association with either of them.”

— Casey Wasserman, CEO, Wasserman Music Agency (Statement)

What’s next

Wasserman is reportedly meeting with top executives at the Wasserman Music Agency later this week to discuss the situation, as the agency faces pressure from artists to have Wasserman step down and divest or sell the company.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing demand for accountability and ethical leadership in the entertainment industry, as artists increasingly refuse to be represented by individuals with connections to figures like Jeffrey Epstein. The departure of high-profile clients from the Wasserman Music Agency underscores the importance of aligning corporate values with those of the artists and talent they represent.