Kenan Thompson Faces Lawsuit from Landlord for Lease Breach
Kenan Thompson, the renowned star of “Saturday Night Live,” is facing legal action from his landlord. The lawsuit claims he has defaulted on his lease and now owes over $34,000.
Details of the Lawsuit Against Kenan Thompson
The landlord alleges that Kenan breached a 12-month lease for a three-bedroom rental property in Los Angeles. According to court documents, the lease agreement was signed in September, and the rental period commenced on October 1.
Rental Agreement Terms
- Monthly Rent: $10,250
- Lease Duration: 12 months
- Monthly Rent Transition: Initially for a year, then transitioning to month-to-month
Claims of Lease Breach
The landlord contends that Thompson did not pay rent for November and December, amassing a total of $17,425 in unpaid dues. Additionally, the landlord struggled to find a new tenant, ultimately securing one at a reduced rate. This scenario has resulted in an alleged total of $15,750 owed by Kenan for the lease’s duration.
Additional Fees
The total sum being sought by the landlord includes:
- Unpaid rent: $17,425
- Late fee: $871
- Broker fee: $9,594
- Legal fees: $1,000
After accounting for the $10,250 security deposit Kenan initially provided, the remaining sum demanded by the landlord totals $34,390.
Next Steps
As of now, there has been no response from Kenan Thompson’s representatives concerning the lawsuit. This case has drawn significant media attention, reflecting the challenges sometimes encountered in rental agreements.
Filmogaz.com will continue to monitor this story for any updates as they emerge.
