TikTok Star Brenay Kennard Ordered to Pay $1.75M in Cheating Lawsuit: A Rare North Carolina Ruling
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A North Carolina jury has delivered a significant verdict in a high-profile cheating lawsuit involving social media influencer Brenay Kennard. The 32-year-old TikTok star, with over 3 million followers, has been ordered to pay $1.75 million in damages to Akira Montague, the ex-wife of her former manager and alleged partner, Tim Montague. The lawsuit claimed that Kennard engaged in a romantic relationship with Tim Montague while he was still married, which led to a breakdown in their marriage. Akira Montague alleged that Kennard's actions deprived her of her husband's love, companionship, and emotional support. North Carolina is one of only a few states that allow spouses to sue third parties for interfering with their marital relationships, known as 'alienation of affection' and 'criminal conversation.' In court, Kennard defended herself, stating that the marriage had already deteriorated and that she couldn't be held responsible for its breakdown. However, the jury deliberated for less than two hours before siding with Akira Montague. Kennard has labeled the verdict 'outrageous' and 'all about money,' claiming that Akira Montague was aware of the marriage's demise. The verdict marks a rare instance of the 'alienation of affection' and 'criminal conversation' laws being applied in North Carolina. Akira Montague's attorney, Robonetta Jones, expressed confidence in the verdict, stating that the evidence presented supported her client's claims of emotional injury inflicted on her children and husband. The ruling serves as a reminder of the unique laws in North Carolina, which allow spouses to seek damages for the breakdown of their marriages due to the actions of third parties.
