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What led to Katy Perry's legal battle over the Montecito mansion?
Katy Perry's legal battle over the Montecito mansion began when she purchased the property for $15 million from entrepreneur Carl Westcott in July 2020. Westcott later tried to rescind the deal, claiming he was mentally incapacitated due to pain pills at the time of the agreement. A court ruled the contract was valid, and Perry was declared the legal owner, but she is still seeking additional damages.
Why was Katy Perry ordered to testify in court?
Katy Perry was ordered to testify in court as part of a damages trial regarding her purchase of a $15 million Montecito mansion from entrepreneur Carl Westcott. The trial will determine the amount of damages Perry is owed due to lost rental income and other costs incurred during the legal battle over the property.
What are the key features of the Montecito mansion?
The Montecito mansion owned by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is a sprawling estate featuring a main house with 6 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, a foyer with staircase, elevator, formal living & dining rooms, gourmet kitchen with butler's pantry, breakfast room, family room, library, billiards room with wet bar, home theater, gym, wine cellar, spa with massage room, garage and more2. The property also boasts a guest house, tea house, children's house, tennis court, swimming pool, and organic vegetable garden2.