"Based on these wrongful acts," Clarkson argues that all agreements should be "declared void and unenforceable," that she doesn't have to pay Starstruck any commission they are seeking, and that they should return any money she previously paid them. She also claims that they demanded "unconscionable fees and compensation" from her for "illegal services," failed to deposit a $50,000 surety bond with the Labor Commissioner, failed to post a schedule of fees in their offices which is in violation of the California Labor Code, as well as failed to maintain proper records.
Among their alleged violations include failing to submit a written application for a license and a formal talent agency agreement. Kelly Clarkson Sued By Father-In Law's Company Amid On-Going Divorce From Brandon BlackstockĬlarkson alleges in her labor petition that the company evaded "the licensing requirements" of the Talent Agencies.
In October, Clarkson filed a countersuit, claiming that Starstruck Management Group violated the California Labor Code by "procuring, offering, promising, or attempting to procure employment or engagements” without being properly licensed," according to documents obtained by ET at the time.
The docs also claimed that Clarkson spoke with Narvel, confirming their management agreement. The lawsuit did note that Clarkson and Starstruck did not have a written management agreement, alleging that the terms of their deal were verbally negotiated by her attorney and business manager in 2007. The suit alleges that the singer has paid the firm $1.9 million last year, but owed another $1.4 million. The company, which represented Clarkson for the last 13 years, was paid a 15 percent commission on her gross earnings. The increasingly messy legal drama began in September, when Starstruck Management Group filed a lawsuit against Clarkson claiming that she owed them more than $1.4 million in unpaid commissions. Seasons one and two of the comedy are available to stream on HBO Max.Clarkson's attorney, Ed McPherson, released a statement to ET on Tuesday addressing the response: "We stand by our allegations that Starstruck violated the Talent Agencies Act, despite their boilerplate denials, and we look forward to trying the case before the Labor Commissioner in August." Added Jon Thoday, Executive Producer for Avalon, “It is fantastic to work again with two brilliant partners, in the BBC and HBO Max, to make a third season of this excellent show from Rose Matafeo.” “ Starstruck is a blast of fresh comedy air, perfectly capturing the emotional mayhem of a new relationship with sharp wit, dry humor and a truthful eye – we can’t wait to see what Rose and the team have in store for Jessie and Tom in the new series,” said Gregor Sharp, BBC Comedy Commissioning. “I’m truly thrilled to bring this incredibly talented cast back for a third installment, and equally excited to clamber into the director’s seat alongside my nice friend Alice Snedden who I cannot seem to get rid of.” “ Starstruck is exactly the kind of rom-com that we love at HBO Max, and we are so happy to see Jessie and Tom’s story continue.” “Rose has created a show that strikes just the right balance of heart and humor,” said Sarah Aubrey, HBO Max’s Head of Original Content, in a statement. 'Our Flag Means Death' Renewed By HBO Max For Second Season