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CAA settled with writer John Musero over claims the agency used internal “underperformer” lists to derail his career, agreeing to roughly $500,000 after he sought $25 million. The case, which began in 2019 and would have tested fiduciary duties and internal listing practices, was resolved ahead of opening statements with terms to be finalized within 45 days, and CAA called the suit meritless while potential witnesses like Aaron Sorkin were anticipated.
UNCW clinched the No. 1 seed after winning the regular season, and the 13-team bracket for the 2026 Air Force Reserve CAA Men’s Basketball Championship was set for March 6-10 in Washington, D.C. First-round action features NC A&T vs Northeastern (2 p.m.), with 8-seed Stony Brook facing 9-seed Campbell and 5-seed Drexel taking on the NC A&T/Northeastern winner in Saturday’s slate; the field is led by Charleston and Hofstra at seeds 2 and 3, respectively, as the tournament approaches.
Rep. Maxwell Frost says he was assaulted at a CAA Sundance party in Park City, Utah, after a man shouted racist remarks in a restroom at the High West Saloon; the suspect was arrested and Frost says he’s okay, thanking security and Park City police.
A man was arrested at Sundance during a CAA party in Park City after a racially charged incident in the venue’s restroom, where he allegedly boasted about being white and punched a person of color; security detained him and police later took him into custody. Identity was not released, and CAA declined to comment.
An unidentified caucasian man attending a private CAA-hosted Sundance party at High West Saloon in Park City allegedly shouted racist remarks and punched a person of color; security detained him until police arrived and he was arrested. Authorities have not released charges or the suspect’s identity, and Sundance events continue.
Connor Storrie, star of the hit series Heated Rivalry, has signed with CAA for representation amid his rising fame from the show, which has garnered critical acclaim and a large fan following. Storrie, who previously appeared in Joker: Folie à Deux and is also a filmmaker, is optimistic about his career's future and continues to build on his success with new projects and a growing profile.
Julia Ormond's sexual assault lawsuit against Harvey Weinstein, Disney, and Miramax involves a settlement with Disney, but CAA is attempting to block the case's dismissal, claiming it needs access to discovery documents and alleging that Ormond's claims are undermined by evidence obtained from her. The case highlights ongoing legal battles related to Weinstein's misconduct and Hollywood's accountability.
A legal battle between former writer John Musero and CAA over alleged poaching and blacklisting is heading to trial, with court rulings dismissing some claims but affirming that Musero was placed on blacklists, raising questions about agency duties and transparency. The case highlights tensions over client treatment and confidentiality in Hollywood talent representation.
Zion Williamson and Creative Arts Agency (CAA) are parting ways, raising questions about his contract situation with the New Orleans Pelicans due to his injury history. Williamson, a two-time All-Star, has played only six games this season and has missed significant time since being drafted in 2019. His five-year, $197 million contract extension includes clauses that allow the Pelicans to waive him without financial penalty if certain conditions aren't met. Despite his injuries, Williamson remains a dominant player when healthy.
CAA, the agency representing Shohei Ohtani, is looking to restructure Ohtani's inner circle following the Mizuhara scandal. Despite building a comprehensive support network around Ohtani, the agency failed to anticipate the impact of Ohtani's longtime translator, Ippei Mizuhara, who had significant influence and acted as a spokesperson for Ohtani on matters relating to CAA. The agency aims to address this vulnerability and ensure Ohtani's trust and protection moving forward.
NBC News and CAA have severed ties with former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel, who was recently announced as a paid analyst for the network, following internal backlash and criticism from NBCU personalities. CAA also dropped McDaniel as a client, and she is reportedly seeking legal representation. NBCUniversal News Group Chairman Cesar Conde took responsibility for the decision and apologized to staff, emphasizing the commitment to diverse viewpoints. This move comes amid networks grappling with how to cover Trump and his allies as the former president makes a new bid for the White House.
Bill Maher severed ties with his longtime talent agency, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), after not receiving an invitation to the private Oscars party at the agency CEO's home, despite the agency's recent successful negotiations for a two-year extension for Maher's HBO show Real Time. Maher had been represented by CAA for over two decades.
Bill Maher parted ways with his long-time agency CAA after being excluded from CEO Bryan Lourd’s Oscars party, attended by prominent figures. Maher also missed CAA's Oscar nominees celebration, opting for a different agency's event. The split follows CAA's successful negotiation of two more seasons for Maher's show, which will continue until 2026 without CAA representing him.
Bill Maher addressed his recent firing of CAA agents over a party snub during his show, urging people to lighten up and stop obsessing over small issues. He interviewed Eric Holder, who remained optimistic about Biden's approval ratings and discussed the upcoming election. The panel discussion included Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace and Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna, with Mace's criticisms of Biden's record being deflected by Maher, who also questioned her support for Trump in light of her own experience as a rape victim.
Bill Maher has fired CAA after not receiving an invitation to Bryan Lourd's Oscar party, a move that comes shortly after HBO renewed Real Time with Bill Maher for two more seasons. Maher was reportedly "furious" about not being invited to the star-studded event, which included A-list celebrities and studio executives. CAA declined to comment on the situation, and Maher's representatives have not responded.