Kylie Jenner'S Former Chef Files Lawsuit Alleging Pregnancy Discrimination

  • By Miles
  • June 30, 2026, 7 a.m.

Legal Battle Brewing in the Hills

Kylie Jenner finds herself center stage in a legal drama, as her former private chef has taken action in the Los Angeles Superior Court. The chef claims that the high-pressure work environment during her pregnancy resulted in a miscarriage. The complaint, which has already made waves across Hollywood, outlines allegations of pregnancy discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination. According to details reported by E! News, the chef alleges that her requests for reasonable accommodations were continually ignored, despite her notifying her supervisors of her delicate condition.

“Working under such demanding conditions took a toll on my health and well-being,” the former chef shared, reflecting the emotional strain of the situation.
Kylie Jenner

Kylie Jenner

Demanding Work Environment Under Scrutiny

The chef's relationship with Jenner reportedly spanned from November 2024 to March 2025, in which she worked grueling shifts of 11–12 hours a day, five days a week. Despite notifying her supervisors in December 2024 about her pregnancy, she states that she continued to face heavy tasks, including a particularly taxing incident on New Year's Eve 2024. The chef was allegedly instructed to carry substantial food items across a street and up a slope, with no assistance. This exertion reportedly left her breathless and faint, ultimately requiring aid from security personnel.

Palm Springs Ordeal

In early February 2025, during a child’s birthday event in Palm Springs, the chef claims that inadequate support staff led to extreme exhaustion. Her pleas for help were reportedly ignored, resulting in significant emotional and physical distress. The following morning, she faced severe haemorrhaging and discovered the heartbreaking news that she had lost the pregnancy. Additionally, she was later reprimanded for allegedly leaving the kitchen in disarray post-event.

Kylie Jenner

Kylie Jenner

Seeking Justice and Compensation

In the comprehensive lawsuit, claims include pregnancy discrimination, failure to provide necessary accommodations, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage violations. The chef seeks unspecified damages, including back pay, lost wages, and a jury trial. She further accuses co-defendant Tri Star of ignoring her formal complaint regarding misconduct and claims she wasn't paid timely or fully for her work hours.

As of now, Kylie Jenner and her team have not made any public statements addressing the claims. The celebrity legal landscape waits with bated breath as this case unfolds, potentially setting precedents in the world of employment and entertainment law.

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