Overview
- Massenet filed a civil complaint in the Superior Court of Los Angeles alleging breach of contract, fraud and intentional infliction of emotional distress against Erik Torstensson.
- Court papers say Torstensson confessed to being a liar, drug addict, alcoholic and sex addict, with texts and photos cited as evidence.
- The suit alleges years of multiple affairs, hiring of prostitutes and drug use in Los Angeles, London and New York during work travel.
- Massenet claims she spent more than $95 million on properties, lifestyle costs, trips and investments based on promises of repayment and shared returns.
- The filing contends Torstensson leveraged her reputation and celebrity contacts, including outreach to David and Victoria Beckham, to build his Frame brand, and it says she has suffered severe emotional distress requiring therapy.