• Loading stock data...
Saturday, July 19, 2025

Sports, Hollywood Agency CAA Could Be Acquired by French Billionaire

  • Francois-Henri Pinault is in talks to buy the leading talent agency.
  • The firm represents stars like Shohei Ohtani and Cristiano Ronaldo.
CAA
CAA

French billionaire Francois-Henri Pinault is reportedly in “advanced discussions” to acquire a majority stake in Creative Artists Agency.

Citing anonymous sources, Bloomberg reported late Thursday night that CAA could receive a valuation of more than $7 billion in the potential deal, though the report also stated that talks could end without a final agreement.

Rich Paul's Klutch Sports reps LeBron James among other stars.

Klutch Sports Grows NFL Roster With ELITE Talent Management Acquisition 

Rich Paul’s Klutch Sports is expanding its NFL client base.
May 4, 2023

Stacked with talent that includes MLB sensation Shohei Ohtani and soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo, CAA has an estimated $17.8 billion in sports contracts between active players and non-playing clients like coaches.

The Hollywood powerhouse, which represents talent across all forms of entertainment, is the most valuable sports agency in the world, according to Forbes. 

TPG, a Texas-based private equity firm, acquired a controlling interest in CAA in 2014, a move that valued CAA at $1.1 billion at the time. CAA’s largest acquisition since TPG’s takeover was finalized in 2022 with its $750 million purchase of ICM Partners.

Pardon My French

The Pinault family is among the wealthiest in Europe, best known as the biggest shareholder in Kering, which owns a number of luxury fashion houses from Gucci to Yves Saint Laurent.

NFL Draft

How Agents Navigate the NFL Draft Process

Fight for players grows harder as agents cut fees to attract clients.
April 26, 2023

Henri’s interest in buying CAA comes just as Screen Actors Guild and Writers Guild of America strikes have destabilized the American film and TV industries where the agency reps the likes of Tom Cruise and Margot Robbie, stars of what are expected to be this summer’s highest-grossing movies, “Mission: Impossible 7” and “Barbie.”

Linkedin
Whatsapp
Copy Link
Link Copied
Link Copied

What to Read

Bill Ackman
exclusive

Billionaire Bill Ackman Prepares for ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Tennis Match in..

Ackman says he’s “peaking next week” at the Hall of Fame Open.

LIV Golf Signs With CAA—Is PGA Tour Merger Getting Closer?

A notable move suggests the sides could be moving toward an agreement.

Sage Steele Claims in Suit That Her Agents Prioritized Relationship With ESPN Over Her

She says CAA chose its relationship over ESPN over advocating for her.

Featured Today

Ryan Field Construction
exclusive

First Look Inside Northwestern’s $862 Million New Ryan Field

Five big things FOS learned on our exclusive stadium tour.
Jul 21, 2024; Ayrshire, SCT; Xander Schauffele celebrates with Claret Jug after winning the Open Championship golf tournament at Royal Troon.
July 17, 2025

The Boozy History and Traditions of The Open’s Claret Jug

The Open awards the world’s most famous wine decanter.
2025 PDC World Darts Championship Final - Luke Littler vs Michael Van Gerwen
July 16, 2025

A Teen Darts Prodigy Is Becoming Bigger Than the Game Itself

Luke ‘The Nuke’ Littler is cashing in on his devastatingly accurate shot.
May 31, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Sydney McLaughin-Levrone (USA) reacts before the women's 100m hurdles during the Grand Slam Track Philadelphia at Franklin Field
exclusive
July 13, 2025

Track’s New Money Is Running Into Old Problems

The sport’s big-money era has hit some speed bumps in 2025.
Apr 26, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) before game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.

Rockets Get $20 Million in Wiggle Room From New VanVleet Deal

VanVleet first signed with the Rockets in 2023.
April 20, 2025

Max Verstappen Linked to $300M Aston Martin Deal Ahead of Miami GP

Aston Martin is currently seventh in the constructors championship.
June 24, 2025

Timberwolves’ 4-Year Ownership Saga Ends As A-Rod, Lore Take Over

The unanimous approval brought a clean end to a long-disputed transaction.
Sponsored

Game On: Portfolio Players Stories, Brought to You by E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley

Dealmaker Jeffrey Kaplan maps the evolution of sports as an asset class
March 27, 2025

Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions Gets PE Boost

The Hall of Famer’s company gains another prominent backer.
March 20, 2025

High School Sports Power Signs Eight-Figure Rights Deal in First

The deal pays roughly $1 million annually, FOS has learned.
March 20, 2025

Maxx Crosby’s Agent: Edge Rushers Set to Dominate NFL’s Non-QB Market

Maxx Crosby just signed a three-year, $106.5 million extension.
March 4, 2025

Eagles Make Saquon Barkley NFL’s Highest-Paid Running Back Ever

Barkley is coming off a historic 2024 season with the Eagles.