Kameron Westcott, a former cast member of ‘Real Housewives of Dallas,’ has criticized Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom for their lack of empathy in a five-year legal feud over a $15 million mansion in Montecito. The dispute, which has been described as a bitter and lengthy process, involves a lawsuit filed by the Westcott family against Perry’s business manager, Bernie Gudvi, over the sale of the property. The Westcott family, which includes Carl Westcott, a U.S. Army veteran and the founder of 1-800-Flowers, initially sought to rescind the $15 million sale, citing Carl’s health issues, including a recent surgery and a brain disorder. The legal battle, which spanned five years, has been emotionally and financially draining for the family, with Kameron Westcott expressing frustration over the prolonged conflict.
Kameron revealed that her family never intended to resort to legal action and has been struggling with the emotional toll of the litigation, especially as Carl, who suffers from Huntington’s disease and dementia, is currently in memory care. She emphasized that the family’s primary goal is to resolve the situation and give Carl peace, stating that he is currently holding on for his last few days, which adds to the emotional weight of the case. The Westcott family now faces the next phase of the legal battle, with Perry set to testify in court later this month, and the family is also pushing for Bloom’s involvement as a witness, citing his role in the management of the property through the LLC Daisy Dove B.
The legal proceedings have been split into two phases, with the damages phase already completed last year. The judge, Joseph Lipner, ruled in favor of Perry after finding that the evidence presented by the Westcott family, particularly regarding Carl’s capacity to enter into the contract, was not credible. The judge highlighted that significant evidence, including testimonies from witnesses and medical records, demonstrated that Carl had the capacity to sign the contract. The family’s hope is that the upcoming testimony from Perry and Bloom will bring clarity to the case, but they remain determined to resolve the situation as quickly as possible to allow Carl to pass away in peace.
Despite the emotional strain of the lawsuit, the family is preparing to move forward with their lives, hoping to put this behind them. Kameron’s comments underscore a broader critique of the lack of empathy from Perry and Bloom, especially in light of the family’s struggles with Carl’s health. The case has also sparked discussions about the legal and ethical responsibilities of celebrities in business dealings, raising questions about whether the rules for regular individuals should apply equally to public figures. As the trial continues, the Westcott family remains focused on their goal of closure for Carl and an end to the ongoing legal dispute.