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Another varied week of new representation deals across the talent management space, with agencies picking up journalists, broadcasters, comedians, designers and digital creators from across the globe.
Actress and producer Awkwafina joins CAA, wildlife presenter Steve Backshall lands with Intertalent, and journalist and author Pandora Sykes signs with Insanity — all among the standout moves this week.
Here’s the full list of who’s signed new representation for Week 12, 2026:
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Unzela Khan Sheikh Journalist and lifestyle content creator. Now represented by: Sosher Media
Awkwafina Actress, rapper, producer and content creator, known for her roles in Crazy Rich Asians, The Farewell and Jumanji — Awkwafina signs with CAA for new representation. Now represented by: CAA
Hannah Toole Fashion and lifestyle content creator. Now represented by: Nemesis Models
Millie Fisher Fashion and lifestyle content creator. Now represented by: The Angels Mgmt
Pandora Sykes Journalist, broadcaster and author known for her sharp cultural commentary and podcast work. Now represented by: Insanity
Lee Peart Comedian, presenter and broadcaster. Now represented by: Insanity
Abbey Sadleir Lifestyle and fashion content creator. Now represented by: Dream Bay Group
Steve Backshall Wildlife expert, adventurer and TV presenter, best known for presenting Deadly 60 on BBC. Now represented by: Intertalent
Sean Professional poker player and content creator. Now represented by: Cowshed Collective
Faye Plunkett Lifestyle and fashion content creator. Now represented by: OTG
Charlie Friend Finance content creator. Now represented by: Northbank Talent Management
Rach Ratcliffe Fashion designer and content creator. Now represented by: Free Focus Mgmt
Jada-Kai DJ and music creator based in London. Now represented by: Pence Talent
Black Paddy Fabu-D Comedian and viral content creator. Now represented by: Bold Management Ltd
That’s a wrap on this week’s signings — 14 new representation deals announced across agencies including CAA, Insanity, Intertalent, Northbank Talent Management, OTG and more.
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If you missed last week’s deals, catch up on the Week 11 signings — featuring Joe Swash, Cindy Kimberly and Traitors Series 4 winner Rachel Duffy — or browse the full talent signings archive for all previous weeks.
