Caitlyn Jenner Claims Sophia Hutchins Owed Her Over $400K Before Death

Jenner requested nearly $440,000 from Hutchins' estate, citing credit card charges, cash advances, and shared legal fees.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 3:21pm

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An extreme close-up of shattered glass and glittering sequins in dramatic high-contrast lighting, conceptually representing the complex relationship between Caitlyn Jenner and Sophia Hutchins.The glitz and glam of celebrity friendships can often mask underlying financial tensions, as seen in the dispute over Sophia Hutchins' alleged debt to Caitlyn Jenner.Malibu Today

Caitlyn Jenner is claiming that her late friend and manager Sophia Hutchins owed her over $400,000 before Hutchins' death in 2025. According to court documents, Jenner requested $439,095.88 from Hutchins' estate, citing credit card charges, cash advances, shopping expenses, and shared legal fees. Jenner alleges Hutchins had access to Jenner's credit cards for work purposes, but failed to reimburse personal expenses prior to her passing.

Why it matters

The dispute over Hutchins' alleged debt to Jenner sheds light on the complex financial and personal relationship between the two women. As Jenner's close friend and manager, Hutchins had significant access to Jenner's finances, raising questions about oversight and accountability. The case also highlights the challenges that can arise when personal and professional ties become intertwined.

The details

According to the court documents, the largest portion of the $439,095.88 Jenner is claiming, over $273,000, came from credit card charges at companies like Shopify, eBay, and 1stdibs. Jenner also claims Hutchins owed her more than $133,000 in shared legal fees for lawyers they retained together. Additionally, Jenner alleges Hutchins took out $16,000 in debit card charges and $7,000 in cash advances over time. Jenner claims she allowed Hutchins access to the credit cards for work purposes, but any personal funds were supposed to be reimbursed, which did not happen before Hutchins' death.

  • Hutchins died in July 2025 following an ATV accident near Jenner's Malibu home.
  • Jenner requested the $439,095.88 from Hutchins' estate after her death.

The players

Caitlyn Jenner

A 76-year-old former Olympic athlete and reality TV star who is claiming Sophia Hutchins owed her hundreds of thousands of dollars before Hutchins' death.

Sophia Hutchins

Jenner's former manager and close friend who died in 2025 at the age of 29 following an ATV accident.

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What they’re saying

“Recently, my good friend Sophia passed away in a tragic accident. For the last seven weeks, I've been dealing with death, and it's so difficult. So, when this [tragedy] happened, it really hit me hard.”

— Caitlyn Jenner

“We met through our hairstylists. [Jenner] was doing my hair one day and was like, 'I'm going to a photo shoot after this, something with Caitlyn and MAC. And Caitlyn would like to meet you.'”

— Sophia Hutchins

What’s next

The court will need to determine the validity of Jenner's claims and whether Hutchins' estate will be required to pay the requested $439,095.88.

The takeaway

The dispute over Hutchins' alleged debt to Jenner highlights the complex financial and personal entanglements that can arise when close friends and business partners have significant access to each other's finances. This case underscores the importance of clear boundaries, oversight, and documentation when it comes to shared financial responsibilities.