Mark Friedman, Matt Lichtenberg and John RigneyThis foursome's roster includes tentpole stars, comic icons and cult hit creators. Rigney has spent decades advising Jim Carrey and Samuel L. Jackson, and also works with Danny McBride and Josh Hutcherson. "Overall deals have started to become gigantic, and the streaming services are tying up unique talent in very, very big ways," says Rigney, adding: "So we're all enjoying the good ol' days.
Sullivan: "Ready? Why are accountants cool, calm and collected? They have strong internal controls. That joke makes me laugh each time I hear it."Herrmann: "Private jets . It's a luxury that affords privacy, time and peace of mind."Elizabeth KenneyLike her star clients Tiffany Haddish and Awkwafina, Kenney isn't your typical buttoned-up business manager. In fact, she was referred by the latter's management because of a "laid-back" compatibility.
Seckendorf likes to keep his work for clients like Timbaland and Juice Wrld discreet, even basing his 40-person practice on Long Island instead of in Manhattan . Kobay, who primarily works with young talent like "Old Town Road" breakout Lil Nas X and singer-songwriter Lauv, says he aims to teach good financial habits: "Part of my job is educating them so they're set up for success for the rest of their lives.
Landesman and Zukowsky have resisted buyout offers in order to keep their shop independent and small enough to maintain close relationships with clients . "We're number one on the speed dial," says Zukowsky, adding that many of his clients recently have been moving from New York to California, where the hot L.A. real estate market has created more work for the firm.