Observer’s 2025 Art Power Index: The Art Market’s Most Influential People
Their acquisitions, affinities and approbations move the needle on valuation and redefine how art is made, shown and sold.
Ari Emanuel
Ari Emanuel, born in Chicago in 1961, is Hollywood’s ultimate power broker, the real-life inspiration for "Entourage’s" Ari Gold. Co-founding Endeavor, which later merged with the William Morris Agency, Emanuel turned a talent agency into a media empire. Known for his brash style and relentless drive, he orchestrated high-stakes deals that redefined entertainment, including UFC's multi-billion dollar acquisition. Controversy? It follows him like a shadow, from his aggressive business tactics to allegations of toxic workplace culture. Yet, love him or loathe him, Emanuel’s impact on the industry is undeniable—he’s the man who rewrote the rules of showbiz.
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