Overview
- Filed in U.S. District Court in Utah on Dec. 5, the suit names Engemann and Jeff Jenkins Productions and seeks unspecified damages plus a narrowly tailored injunction.
- Brunette alleges he and Engemann kissed consensually in Italy in 2024 and then stayed in friendly contact for months, citing alleged texts, calls, FaceTimes, invitations and location sharing.
- The complaint accuses producers of republishing Engemann’s “sexual predator” characterization, amplifying the storyline and denying Brunette a meaningful on‑air opportunity to respond.
- Brunette claims reputational and economic harm, including harassment and lost professional opportunities such as a reality dating show role and a Las Vegas DJ booking, according to the filing.
- Engemann has described the interaction as unwanted touch, Brunette has repeatedly denied misconduct, and coverage notes limited public response so far from Engemann and the production company.