The long-running sibling rivalry between “Black-ish” creator Kenya Barris and his sister, Colette Barris, has taken another dramatic turn. After Kenya previously filed a restraining order against Colette in 2020, she has now filed her own legal complaint against him, requesting a judge to block him from contacting their 83-year-old mother, Ernestine Barris. This latest development adds more tension to an already fractured family dynamic.
The Legal Battle: Colette Claims Kenya Is Manipulating Their Mother
Colette Barris has filed new legal documents asking the court to stop her brother Kenya from influencing their mother. In her filing, Colette alleges that Kenya is pressuring Ernestine to testify falsely against her in an ongoing legal dispute. She claims that Kenya is “manipulating and intimidating” their mother due to her refusal to provide false testimony and her desire to remain neutral in the matter.
The dispute between the siblings dates back to a 2021 agreement, in which Kenya allegedly breached a clause that prevents him from disparaging Colette or interfering with her efforts to sell projects in Hollywood. Colette has even provided a recording she claims proves Kenya violated this agreement, further escalating the feud.
The Mother’s Heartbreak: Neutral and Seeking Legal Counsel
According to Colette’s filing, their mother Ernestine has been so overwhelmed by the situation that she sought legal counsel to handle any communication related to the ongoing dispute. Her attorney sent a letter to both Colette and Kenya, requesting that all correspondence be directed to them instead of to Ernestine directly.
Colette’s legal request aims to prevent Kenya from contacting their mother further, stating that their mother is heartbroken by the situation and simply wishes to remain neutral in the ongoing legal battle.
Kenya’s Previous Protective Order Against Colette
This new filing marks the latest chapter in the Barris family’s ongoing drama. In 2020, Kenya filed a protective order against Colette, alleging that she had been exploiting his name to advance her Hollywood career. He claimed that when her attempts at success fell short, Colette resorted to threatening his six children. Kenya’s legal team sought to prevent Colette from having any further contact with his family.
The Fallout: A Family Divided
The Barris family drama continues to unfold, with both siblings locked in a bitter legal battle. Colette’s request for a restraining order against Kenya is yet another chapter in the complicated relationship between the two. Whether or not the court will grant her request remains to be seen, but it’s clear that the Barris family is far from resolving their differences.
Conclusion: A Family at War
The conflict between Kenya Barris and his sister Colette is a stark reminder of how personal disputes can escalate into public legal battles. With Colette now seeking to block her brother from contacting their mother, the family feud seems more entrenched than ever. As the legal proceedings continue, the Barris family’s public and private drama shows no sign of easing anytime soon.
