A stash of 122 Anglo-Saxon pennies, found by two metal detectorists, have been sold at auction for £325,560.
09.02.2024 - 12:19 / deadline.com
EXCLUSIVE: Bodhi Talent clients have abandoned the Manchester-based talent agency after founder Archie Purnell was accused of being a “rogue trader” in a Deadline investigation.
Several actors posted on Twitter (now X) about their decision to quit Bodhi following allegations that Purnell was sending clients fake self-tape audition invites and breaking regulations by paying actors late.
Purnell sent an email to clients on Thursday saying he was “heartbroken” at the claims, which he said were “false” and created by an individual who had previously attempted to “jeopardise my character.” He did not identify this individual in the email, which was co-signed by his business partner Ricky Cortis.
“To say I am heartbroken is an understatement, but as always, the truth will out. There is always two sides to every story,” Purnell wrote. “My legal time [sic] is currently dealing with it all and legal action is now being taken against all parties involved.”
Deadline has given Purnell repeated opportunities to respond to the specific allegations and tell his story. He has so far declined to do so.
In his email to clients, Purnell said he had been “overwhelmed” by the support from his actors, casting directors, and other industry professionals. On social media, however, at least seven actors said they were seeking new representation following the publication of Deadline’s story.
Danni Jackson, who created and starred in Comedy Central UK’s YouTube series Bad Cramps, said: “I emailed Bodhi this morning letting them know I was signing elsewhere and now this article comes out. I was repped by them for 2 years and the issues I had was with communication and empty promises. I’m so sorry to all affected by this.”
Kianyah Caesar-Downer,
A stash of 122 Anglo-Saxon pennies, found by two metal detectorists, have been sold at auction for £325,560.
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