Caitlyn Jenner Sues Sophia Hutchins’ Estate for $439K

Caitlyn Jenner is going after Sophia Hutchins’ estate for nearly half a million dollars. Nine months after her close friend and manager died in an ATV crash on July 2 at just 29 years old, the Olympic legend has filed legal claims alleging Hutchins owed her $439,095.

The lawsuit marks a major shift in their relationship. Hutchins had been working as Jenner’s manager and the two were frequently photographed together, fueling years of speculation about the nature of their bond. They even lived together for a period of time.

Now Jenner’s legal team is demanding the money be paid from Hutchins’ estate. The specifics of what the debt covers haven’t been publicly disclosed, but the amount is very precise — suggesting detailed records exist.

This is a messy turn for what appeared to be a tight friendship. Hutchins was just starting her life when the tragic accident happened in Malibu. Her death shocked the entertainment world, and Jenner publicly mourned the loss at the time.

Whether the estate will contest the claim or settle remains unclear. But one thing’s for sure: this legal battle is going to dredge up a lot of questions about what really went down between these two.

Based on reporting from E! Online.