Actress Shannen Doherty has filed a legal complaint against her estranged husband, Kurt Iswarienko, accusing him of delaying their divorce proceedings in hopes that she will die before he is required to pay spousal support.
## Shannen Doherty Accuses Estranged Husband of Withholding Support Amid Cancer Battle
Shannen Doherty Accuses Estranged Husband of Withholding Support Amid Cancer Battle
Shannen Doherty, the beloved star of "90210" and "Charmed," has filed a legal complaint against her estranged husband, Kurt Iswarienko. In the filing, Doherty accuses Iswarienko of manipulating their divorce proceedings, waiting for her to die before providing her with the financial support she needs during her stage 4 breast cancer battle.
Doherty's complaint, obtained by Fox News Digital, alleges that Iswarienko has continued to live an extravagant lifestyle while neglecting his financial obligations to his wife of over 11 years. The actress claims that her income has dwindled due to medical expenses and lack of work, while Iswarienko has refused to make temporary spousal support payments or contribute to her legal fees.
Shannen Doherty Accuses Estranged Husband of Withholding Support Amid Cancer Battle
In the filing, Doherty asserts that Iswarienko's behavior is a calculated attempt to prolong the divorce proceedings until her death, as he is not required to pay spousal support to a deceased individual. She accuses him of "sadistic push and pull game" of providing incomplete information regarding his income.
Doherty's complaint outlines her financial situation, explaining that her average annual income during the last three years of their marriage was $259,708, while Iswarienko's earnings averaged $672,916. She also highlights her current financial challenges, including "exorbitant medical expenses" for her experimental cancer treatments.
Shannen Doherty Accuses Estranged Husband of Withholding Support Amid Cancer Battle
The actress provides details of Iswarienko's lavish spending, alleging that he has been using their private airplane, spending thousands of dollars at medical spas, on jewelry, Gucci, and even flights for his agent, with whom Doherty believes he is in a relationship.
Doherty claims that she is no longer eligible for health insurance from the Screen Actors Guild due to her lack of recent work, further exacerbating her financial burden. She argues that the divorce should be straightforward and not complicated by Iswarienko's delaying tactics.
Shannen Doherty Accuses Estranged Husband of Withholding Support Amid Cancer Battle
Doherty's complaint reveals her diminishing income from her previous show, "Charmed," as it is no longer available on mainstream streaming platforms. She fears that her residuals will continue to decrease, putting her in a precarious financial position.
Doherty's health状况 has been a significant factor in her financial struggles. She revealed in December 2023 that she underwent surgery to remove a brain tumor after discovering that Iswarienko had allegedly been cheating on her for two years.
The actress's accusations of Iswarienko's behavior have drawn widespread attention, raising concerns about the ethical and legal implications of such actions. The case highlights the complex challenges faced by individuals with life-threatening illnesses, particularly in situations where their financial well-being is compromised.
Fox News reached out to representatives for both Doherty and Iswarienko for comment, but no response had been received at the time of publication.
