Dorit Kemsley says estranged husband Paul “PK” Kemsley controlled their finances and left her unaware of unpaid utilities. In a court filing, she says she learned in February 2026 that gas service at their former home was scheduled for shutoff; a payment by PK prevented it.
She says PK treated questions about their finances as evidence she did not trust him, leading her to stop pressing for details. She also alleges unpaid accounts in her name accumulated arrears and harmed her credit. PK disputes her account, saying he continued paying major household costs for an extended period after their May 2024 separation and did not promise to cover her expenses indefinitely; he argues she can contribute from television and endorsement income.
A judge ordered the Los Angeles home sold. PK was directed to keep paying the mortgage until Dorit moved out, subject to reimbursement from sale proceeds; Dorit was ordered to pay utilities, including past-due amounts. Dorit has sought about $21,000 a month in child support, $22,000 in spousal support and hundreds of thousands in retroactive support. PK’s accountant calculated that she should pay him $581 monthly in child support, while his side says neither should receive spousal support. Custody is also disputed: Dorit requested sole custody in 2025, and PK later sought joint custody.
