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The stage is set for a monumental moment in the talent agency business. French billionaire Francois-Henri Pinault is reportedly engaged in advanced talks to purchase a majority stake in a famous American talent and sports agency. Moreover, the deal potentially valued the agency at over $7 billion. Notably, it has even garnered the interest of former NBA star Kevin Garnett, who was once a client of the same firm.

Beyond the potential acquisition, the agency has been making waves in the sports world. They recently secured impressive million-dollar deals for Stephen Curry’s brother, Seth Curry, and Tyrese Haliburton.

The potential deal that caught the attention of Kevin Garnett

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The entertainment industry was abuzz with speculation as news broke about Francois-Henri Pinault’s potential acquisition of a majority stake in the Creative Artists Agency. The renowned agency is also known for handling NBA talents like Chris Paul, Paul George, Devin Booker, and more. One of their most prominent clients back in the day was NBA icon, Kevin Garnett.

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Front Office Sports posted on their Instagram about the potential deal. Kevin Garnett, who is known to share some amazing stories with his fans, was intrigued by the news. He shared the post on his Instagram story. He expressed his curiosity and signaled his interest in the outcome of the deal.

 

The French billionaire’s known role is as the CEO of the luxury brand conglomerate Kering. He is in discussions with CAA that could result in a deal surpassing the $7 billion mark. While a final decision is yet to be made, this potential agreement signifies a major milestone for both Pinault and CAA.

CAA’s winning streak with Seth Curry and Tyrese Haliburton

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As the talks surrounding CAA’s potential acquisition unfold, it’s important to note the agency’s recent successes in securing high-profile deals for its clients. Furthermore, NBA guard Seth Curry and rising star Tyrese Haliburton have both benefited from CAA’s negotiation prowess.

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The agency played a crucial role in ensuring that Curry and Haliburton secured lucrative million-dollar contracts. While Seth signed a 2-year, $8 million deal recently, Haliburton signed a massive 5-year, $260 million deal with the Indiana Pacers. Furthermore, CAA has been instrumental in bagging huge deals for Booker, Towns, Paul, George, and other NBA stars.

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The potential acquisition of CAA by French billionaire Francois-Henri Pinault has set the stage for a monumental moment in the entertainment industry. Furthermore, CAA’s recent achievements highlight the agency’s unwavering commitment to its client’s success. With former client Kevin Garnett expressing his curiosity through social media, the anticipation surrounding the outcome of the talks intensifies.

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