Clifton Powell
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In 2013, after Powell did not respond to the lawsuit, the court entered a default judgment ordering him to pay $153,000. However, Myers reportedly encountered difficulty collecting the amount. A court later authorized actions to seize Powell’s property to enforce the judgment. During this time, Powell publicly denied the accusations and declared his intention to seek legal remedies against what he described as false claims.
Quick Facts
- Date of Birth
- 16-03-1956
- Nationality
- American
- Profession
- Actor
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- Employer
- Movies, TV shows
- Wife
- Kimberly Powell
- Marital Status
- Married
- Ethnicity
- African-American
- Net Worth
- $500 Thousand Dollars
- Birth Place
- Washington, D.C., United States
- T.V. Show(s)
- Ryan Caulfield: Year One
- Birth Sign
- Taurus
- Salary
- $1250000 per month
- Children
- Clifton Powell Jr, May Powell
- Alma Mater
- St. Anthony's High School.
- Birth Date
- 16 Mar, 1956
- Age
- 64 yrs
- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Washington, D.C.
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- American actor and comedian
- Net Worth 2021
- 500 thousand
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The case drew legal and media attention, and while it had an impact on Powell's public image, he continued to maintain his innocence. His long-term partner, Kimberly, did not make public statements regarding the matter. There were also unconfirmed rumors about their marital status, speculating that the couple was in a long-term relationship but not legally married.
Resolution and Legal Vindication
In January 2017, Judge Sarah S. Vance vacated the default judgment against Powell in federal court, finding that he had never been properly served with the lawsuit and citing inconsistencies in the accuser’s account. News outlets reported that Powell had been cleared in the case.
Following the ruling, Powell’s legal representation issued a public statement: “Mr. Powell feels blessed. Mr. Powell feels vindicated. He prays for Ms. Myers. And he thanks his fans. He doesn’t have any animosity in his heart. His father always told him the truth will set you free.”
Detective Damita Williams of the New Orleans Police Department, who participated in the investigation, also commented: “Through my investigation I found Ms. Kiyante Myers’ claims to be unfounded. Specifically because when I asked Ms. Kiyante Myers was she forced or intimidated to commit any sexual intercourse with Mr. Powell, she replied ‘No.’”
The conclusion of the case allowed Powell to move forward and refocus on his career. Although he endured a period of negative publicity, Powell expressed relief that the matter was resolved and his name was cleared. He has since returned to acting and continues to contribute to the entertainment industry.
