CAA's Bryan Lourd Clashes with Ari Emanuel Over Harvey Weinstein and More
CAA chairman and CEO Bryan Lourd has responded to criticism from Ari Emanuel, his longtime agency competitor, over a lawsuit accusing CAA of being complicit in Harvey Weinstein's crimes. Lourd dismissed Emanuel's comments, calling him "performative" and "self-serving." Lourd also addressed the lawsuit, stating that CAA was falsely accused and will address the accusations in court. He discussed the recent sale of CAA to François-Henri Pinault and emphasized the company's focus on clients and organic growth. Lourd also commented on the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike and suggested that the industry needs to change how it negotiates contracts. He predicted that the future of Hollywood post-strike will involve fewer mid-range films and more high-budget global events.
