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Rich Paul

Rich Paul is an American sports agent, entrepreneur, and founder and chief executive officer of Klutch Sports Group.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Rich Paul is an American sports agent, entrepreneur, and founder and chief executive officer of Klutch Sports Group. He is best known as an agent and longtime friend of basketball star LeBron James, and he also serves as co-head of the sports division at United Talent Agency. He has represented many prominent basketball players and is considered one of the most influential agents in the sport.

Early life

Rich Paul was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on December 16, 1980. Public biographies describe him as having grown up in Cleveland before entering the sports business.

Career in sports representation

Paul worked at Creative Artists Agency under Leon Rose before founding Klutch Sports Group in 2012. His agency became a major player in basketball representation and later expanded across other sports.

Relationship with LeBron James

Paul became known through his long friendship with LeBron James, whom he met in the early 2000s. James later followed Paul to Klutch Sports, making him Paul’s most prominent client.

Business influence

Klutch Sports Group has negotiated major player contracts and is widely described as one of the most powerful agencies in professional sports. Paul is also involved with UTA’s sports business through a partnership that placed Klutch inside the agency structure.

Key facts

  • Founded Klutch Sports Group in 2012.
  • Represents LeBron James and other top NBA players.
  • Began his career at Creative Artists Agency under Leon Rose.
  • Serves as co-head of sports at United Talent Agency.
  • Considered one of the most influential agents in basketball.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Rich Paul?
Rich Paul is an American sports agent, entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of Klutch Sports Group. He is best known for representing LeBron James and other major athletes.
How old is Rich Paul?
Rich Paul was born on December 16, 1980, which makes him 45 years old as of July 23, 2026.
What is Rich Paul net worth?
A single verified net worth figure is not provided in the supplied authoritative sources. Some secondary outlets have reported estimates around $120 million, but that figure is not confirmed by the primary sources here.
What does Rich Paul do?
He works as a sports agent and business executive, representing professional athletes through Klutch Sports Group and serving as co-head of sports at United Talent Agency.
Is Rich Paul LeBron James agent?
Yes. LeBron James is Rich Paul’s most notable client, and multiple sources identify Paul as James’s agent.
How did Rich Paul become an agent?
Public accounts say he met LeBron James in the early 2000s, later worked under James’s then-agent Leon Rose at Creative Artists Agency, and then launched his own agency, Klutch Sports Group, in 2012.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rich_Paul
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, occupation, Klutch Sports Group founding, LeBron James relationship
  2. United Talent Agency — https://www.unitedtalent.com/bio/rich-paul
    Supports: Role at UTA, Klutch Sports Group founding, business description
  3. Sportico — https://www.sportico.com/personalities/agents/2023/rich-paul-nba-agent-bio-1234760855/
    Supports: Age, biography, early career and agency background
  4. The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/06/business/rich-paul-nba-agent.html
    Supports: Paul's influence in NBA representation, Klutch Sports history
  5. CBS News — https://www.cbsnews.com/news/sports-agent-rich-paul-60-minutes-transcript/
    Supports: Klutch Sports founding, LeBron James following Paul to Klutch
  6. ELLE — https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/a37078257/who-is-rich-paul-adele-boyfriend-nba-agent/
    Supports: Early meeting with LeBron James, career path narrative
  7. Page Six — https://pagesix.com/article/who-is-rich-paul-sports-agent/
    Supports: Agency details and reported net worth estimate