Grammy winner Chappell Roan parts ways with Wasserman agency after its CEO was named in released Jeffrey Epstein documents.
WASHINGTON: US singer-songwriter Chappell Roan announced she had left her talent agency.
The decision came after its CEO was named in files related to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Roan, 27, had been represented by Wasserman.
The agency is led by Casey Wasserman, who is also chairman of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
In an Instagram post, Roan said that “no artist, agent or employee should be expected to defend or overlook actions that conflict so deeply with our own moral values.”
“I have deep respect and appreciation for the agents and staff who work tirelessly for their artists and I refuse to stand by,” she added.
The Grammy winner noted that “artists deserve representation that aligns with their values.”
She said the decision “reflects my belief that meaningful change in our industry requires accountability and leadership that earns trust.”
Roan made no mention of Epstein himself or the Epstein files in her statement.
The files were released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act passed by Congress last November.
Wasserman acknowledged last month what appeared to be flirty emails he exchanged in 2003 with Ghislaine Maxwell.
Maxwell was sentenced to 20 years in prison in 2022 for her role in sexually exploiting minors with Epstein.
Wasserman, who was married at the time, has not been accused of any wrongdoing.
The Epstein scandal has continued to draw attention during US President Donald Trump’s administration.
Trump moved in the same social circles as the disgraced financier.
His right-wing base has long been obsessed with the belief that Epstein oversaw a sex trafficking ring for elites.
