Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly preparing for the release of a forthcoming biography by Ari Emanuel, the prominent Hollywood talent agent who signed Meghan in April 2023. The memoir, titled *Roll The Calls*, is scheduled for publication on Tuesday and is expected to include candid insights into Emanuel’s career and his high-profile dealings within the entertainment industry.
Ari Emanuel is the chief executive of William Morris Endeavor (WME), the agency representing several A-list celebrities including Angelina Jolie, Ben Affleck, Charlize Theron, Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, Britney Spears, and Sir Elton John. Emanuel’s influence extends beyond entertainment; his brother Rahm Emanuel notably served as Chief of Staff to former President Barack Obama and as U.S. ambassador to Japan.
The forthcoming biography, co-written with acclaimed author JR Moehringer—who previously assisted Prince Harry with his memoir *Spare*—is described in its official press materials as a revealing account of Emanuel’s rise to power. The book promises to explore the behind-the-scenes stories of major signings, terminations, mergers, and conflicts in Emanuel’s career, presenting both his triumphs and setbacks.
The relationship between Emanuel and Meghan Markle came under scrutiny in January 2024, when multiple reports indicated a fallout between the two. Although Emanuel initially handled Meghan’s representation at WME, he no longer communicates with her directly. Her portfolio, including that of Archewell—Harry and Meghan’s production company—has since been managed by agency executives Carolyn Moneta and Ikenna Ezeh. Several media outlets have cited a comment attributed to Emanuel suggesting he was "done with her" after a reported phone confrontation, though a WME spokesperson declined to confirm details concerning his statements in the upcoming book.
An industry source familiar with negotiations involving WME told reporters that Emanuel’s memoir is likely to generate significant attention due to his reputation for straightforwardness. The source suggested that Emanuel’s account might be especially scrutinized by those who have had contentious experiences with him, including Harry and Meghan.
Emanuel, aged 65, has publicly spoken about his personal challenges, including struggles with dyslexia that he says caused "crippling self-doubt" during his early years. In promoting his new book, he expressed hopes that it would inspire readers to overcome adversity, sharing his journey to becoming one of Hollywood’s most influential figures.
As *Roll The Calls* is set to hit shelves, all eyes will be on the revelations it may contain about Emanuel’s dealings with his star-studded clientele, and particularly on any references to the British royal couple, whose partnership with WME has attracted considerable public interest.
