Actor ⁣and director Kevin Costner is currently embroiled in a legal dispute with a costume designer and her company, alleging a failure to pay for⁤ work completed on his upcoming western film project. The lawsuit, filed in Los‍ Angeles⁣ County Superior Court on December 22, 2023, centers around unpaid‍ invoices for custom-made costumes.

Details of the Claim

According to court documents,⁤ Shelly Walden and her⁤ company, ‍S.W.Costumes, claim they are owed $168,855.79⁤ for designing ‌and creating costumes for the film. The project, ‍details of which remain largely undisclosed, appears to‍ be a significant‍ undertaking for Costner, who is both starring in and directing the picture.

Walden alleges that she and ‍her team spent months designing and constructing the costumes, working closely with Costner and his team to achieve the desired⁣ aesthetic for ⁣the film. Despite repeated requests, payments for the completed work have not been fully remitted.

A History of Collaboration

This isn’t the first time Walden has worked with Costner.She previously designed costumes for his hit television ⁤series, Yellowstone,⁣ and his earlier film, Open Range. The ⁢lawsuit highlights a previously positive working relationship, ⁣making the ‍current dispute notably notable.

The Allegations and What’s Next

The complaint details specific invoices dating ⁢back​ to February 2023, outlining the costs associated with design, materials, and labor. Walden is seeking​ the full amount owed, and also additional damages⁣ including interest and legal fees. As of December 23, 2023,​ Costner’s⁣ representatives have not ‍yet publicly responded to the ⁤allegations.

This‌ legal challenge adds another layer of‌ complexity to Costner’s current‍ professional life, which has recently included navigating a highly publicized divorce and ongoing production commitments. The ⁣outcome of this case could have‍ implications for how film productions manage vendor ​payments and maintain relationships with key creative personnel.