A legal battle has erupted between Michael Kassan and United Talent Agency (UTA) following Kassan's departure, with Kassan claiming he was misled about his role and privileges at the firm, while UTA alleges he misused company funds. Kassan initiated arbitration against UTA, alleging fraudulent inducement, while UTA filed a lawsuit accusing Kassan of using company funds for personal expenses. Both parties have exchanged allegations, with Kassan denying theft and UTA claiming misuse of funds. The dispute also involves claims about Kassan's departure and alleged breaches of contract.
Actress Susan Sarandon has apologized for her remarks at a pro-Palestinian rally last month, where she compared the fear felt by Jews to that experienced by Muslims in the United States. Her comments drew criticism and led to her agency, United Talent Agency, dropping her as a client. Sarandon expressed regret for diminishing the history of antisemitism and acknowledged the long-standing discrimination and religious violence faced by Jews. She stated that her intention was to show solidarity against bigotry but admitted to failing in doing so. Sarandon, known for her activism and iconic roles, has been involved in progressive causes throughout her career.
United Talent Agency has dropped actor Susan Sarandon as a client following her comments about the Israel-Hamas war. Sarandon had been criticized for her remarks at a pro-Palestinian rally in New York, where she called for a cease-fire and compared the experiences of Jews and Muslims in the United States. The decision comes as the entertainment industry grapples with how to respond to the ongoing conflict.
Academy Award-winning actress Susan Sarandon has been dropped by United Talent Agency after making comments at a pro-Palestinian rally, while actress Melissa Barrera lost her role in the "Scream" movies after posting incendiary comments on Instagram about Israel's retaliation for the Hamas attacks. Both actresses faced criticism for their remarks, with the talent agencies citing a zero-tolerance policy for hate speech and antisemitism.
Singer-songwriter Oliver Anthony, known for his polarizing country single "Rich Men North of Richmond," has signed an exclusive worldwide representation deal with United Talent Agency (UTA). The song, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard charts, has drawn criticism and divided opinions across political lines. Despite the controversy, Anthony expressed surprise at the song's reaction and clarified that it is not among his personal favorites. UTA aims to develop a global strategy to bring Anthony's music to a wider audience.
