Entourage's founder, Wayne Forte, has been on Paladin's board since its 2021 inception. Rick Levy Credit: Paladin Artists Trending on Billboard Rick Levy has been named CEO of Paladin Artists, which is also currently in advanced discussions to acquire Entourage Talent Associates, the New York-based boutique agency started by Wayne Forte , it was announced on Monday (May 4). Over his 25 years of senior leadership experience, Levy has served as founding partner, COO and general counsel of ICM Partners. He was later interim CEO of Just for Laughs and remains a partner in London-based agency Primary Talent International. Related Launched in 2021 by longtime agents Steve Martin and Andy Somers (later joined by Bruce Solar ), Paladin Artists was founded in partnership with Entourage, along with Karrie Goldberg ‘s The Kagency.…