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Leslie Odom Jr.’s father sues performer, alleging breach of contract and financial elder abuse

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Actor Leslie Odom Jr., known for his work on Broadway and screens, is currently embroiled in a legal issue with his father, Leslie Odom Sr., as a family disagreement has escalated to the courts.

In a lawsuit filed on Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court, the father of the Tony Award-winning actor claimed that his son had broken a contract and financially mistreated him (elder abuse), among other charges. These allegations stem from the son’s reported failure to uphold a promise to buy his father a house, as stated in legal documents obtained by The Times.

In a lawsuit, Leslie Odom Sr., who resides in both Los Angeles and South Carolina (as described), has filed charges against the actor Leslie Odom Jr., known for his roles in “Hamilton” and “One Night in Miami…”, aged 43. The charges include intentional infliction of emotional distress, among others. According to the lawsuit, the performer allegedly neglected his obligations and behaved in a manner intended to harass and emotionally torment [his father], resulting in financial losses and extreme emotional distress.

As a passionate cinephile, I didn’t receive an immediate response from Leslie Odom Jr.’s representatives on Friday, but they assured me they would share their thoughts shortly.

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The lawsuit outlines several claims that Leslie Odom Jr., who gained prominence following his acclaimed role in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “Hamilton,” reportedly proposed purchasing a house for his father, Leslie Odom Sr. The senior Odoms had resided in a home in Philadelphia since 1993. As stated in the complaint, the stage and screen performer is said to have expressed his intention to buy his father a new residence in a more desirable area of Pennsylvania as a token of gratitude for being an exceptional father, allegedly made in November 2018.

As a movie enthusiast putting things in my own words, here’s how I would rephrase it:

I, a movie buff, recently learned about an intriguing tale involving an actor. It appears that he bought a house in Wyncote, PA, and according to reports, handed over the keys to his father, telling him that the house belonged entirely to him. Following this statement, his father, under the belief that it was true, sold his long-standing Philadelphia home in April 2019, intending to reside in the Wyncote property until his retirement. However, in a surprising turn of events, my source says that the actor never followed through on his promise to transfer the ownership of the Wyncote property into his father’s name as originally agreed upon. The father is now suing his son over this matter.

The lawsuit further mentions that in March 2019, the younger Odom asked his father to pack up and relocate to Los Angeles to assist with grandchild care. As per the complaint, Leslie Odom Sr. consented, under the understanding that his son would purchase him a home in L.A. However, according to the lawsuit, Leslie Odom Jr. sold their Wyncote home that same month without sharing any of the sale proceeds with his father.

In Los Angeles to look after his grandkids, Leslie Odom Sr. resided in a house rented by his son, contrary to the son’s claimed promises to purchase a home for him. The rental situation presented significant issues for Senior as he sought stability and financial security during retirement, according to the lawsuit. Year after year, Leslie Odom Sr. inquired about purchasing a property under his name from his son, but the actor is said to have consistently avoided answering this question.

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According to the court case, after about three years had passed, the older Odom brought up the issue once more. His son is said to have reacted angrily and declared that he would move his parents wherever they desired and cover the costs. The elder Odom opted for South Carolina and was relocated in June 2024. However, the lawsuit claims that his son did not fulfill his promise of buying a home there as agreed.

The lawsuit filed by Leslie Odom Sr. alleges that he repeatedly asked his son to honor their agreement concerning the South Carolina property, but the “Central Park” actor grew increasingly angry and resorted to bullying tactics, such as displaying physical strength. The senior Odom claims in his suit that his son directed him to his associates, employed powerful lawyers to issue threatening letters and legal notices, and advised him to stay away. Furthermore, the lawsuit alleges that the son hacked into the elder Odom’s online accounts and blocked communication with their grandchildren.

According to Leslie Odom Sr.’s lawsuit, his conflict with his son not only affected their relationship but also put a strain on his marriage. The lawsuit states that his son’s actions have caused both financial and emotional distress for him, making him particularly vulnerable during his retirement.

He filed a lawsuit against his son, claiming over $2.5 million in general and specific damages, court costs, punitive damages, and additional relief. He asked for a jury trial to decide the case.

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2025-01-25 01:31

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