Overview

• The civil complaint, filed Wednesday in the Superior Court of California in Los Angeles, alleges breach of contract, fraud and intentional deceit, promissory estoppel, and intentional or negligent infliction of emotional distress.
• Court papers describe a purported confession in May 2025 and include exhibits such as explicit messages, photographs, and texts allegedly tied to drug use and affairs.
• Massenet claims she spent more than $95 million on properties and lifestyle costs based on promises of repayment and now seeks a fair return on what she characterizes as investments.
• The filing asserts Torstensson leveraged her network to build business value, citing introductions to figures including Anna Wintour and David and Victoria Beckham and early support for Frame on Net-a-Porter.
• Torstensson has not filed a court response, and Frame said he has stepped away from the company to attend to personal matters, with reports noting a looming custody dispute.