UTA signs John Legend and Get Lifted for worldwide representation

United Talent Agency has signed John Legend and his production company Get Lifted for worldwide representation in all areas, the agency announced as Legend embarks on the North American leg of the Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour. The move formalizes a long-running, multi-hyphenate career that has seen Legend build a global brand spanning music, film, television, publishing and entrepreneurship, while continuing to expand his production slate and advocacy work.

Legend, an EGOT winner with 13 Grammys, an Oscar, a Golden Globe, a Tony and four Emmys, is among a small group of artists recognized for achievement across major entertainment disciplines. The signing positions his team to pursue opportunities across his music catalog, live performances, film and television projects, books and brand ventures. UTA described Legend as a global musical icon and one of the most decorated artists of his generation, underscoring the breadth of possibilities as the agency begins representing his interests worldwide.

UTA executives emphasized the breadth of Legend’s influence. The partnership aims to support his artistic and entrepreneurial vision “across music, film, television, books, brands,...