United Talent Agency has signed EGOT-winning multi-platinum-selling singer-songwriter John Legend and his production company, Get Lifted, for global representation in all areas, the company announced Thursday.
The signing comes as Legend embarks on the North American leg of his global “Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour,” celebrating his Grammy-winning debut album. In a career that has spanned just over two decades, Legend has garnered 13 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Tony Award, and four Emmy Awards – making him one of only 19 people to obtain the prestigious EGOT status. He also was named Variety‘s Music Mogul of the Year in 2020 in recognition of his charitable work.
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“John Legend’s impact on entertainment and culture is unparalleled,” said UTA Partner and Co-Head of Talent Jay Gassner. “UTA is proud to support his artistic and entrepreneurial vision across music, film, television, books, brands, and beyond.”
“John is a global musical icon and one of the most acclaimed, decorated artists of our time,” said UTA Partners and Co-Heads of Global Music David Zedeck and Sam Kirby Yoh. “The impact of his celebrated live performances powers his globally recognized brand the world over. We are thrilled to be joining his team.”
Along with his forthcoming tour, Legend will return to his recurring role as a coach for the reality competition series “The Voice.” He also earned an Emmy nomination for his portrayal of Jesus in NBC’s “Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert” in 2018, for which he won an Emmy as a producer.
Alongside partners Mike Jackson and Ty Stiklorius, he co-founded Get Lifted Film Co., which has created a wide range of projects across major networks and streaming platforms. Recent highlights include the Emmy-winning HBO documentary “1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed,” Paramount+’s “Loudmouth,” and Netflix’s hit series “Rhythm & Flow.” Upcoming projects include NBC/Peacock’s “Before I Let Go,” inspired by Kennedy Ryan’s novel, “Blacktop Wasteland,” inspired by the S.A. Cosby novel, the Misha Green feature film “B-Sides,” and “Phantom,” a modern-day reimagination of “Phantom Of The Opera.” The company also has a publishing arm, Get Lifted Books, which aims to amplify diverse voices.
Legend continues to be managed by Friends At Work’s Ty Stiklorious, with legal representation from Aaron Rosenberg/Myman, Greenspan, Fox, Rosenberg, Mobasser, Younger & Light, as well as Nina Shaw/Del, Shaw, Moonves, Tanaka, Finkelstein & Leazcano.
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