Kim Kardashian faces a lawsuit after a social media error. Ivan Cantu, a New York project manager, claims she wrongly identified him as a death row inmate in a February 2024 post. The blunder, tied to a Texas inmate with the same name, has ignited a legal firestorm.
Kardashian aimed to spotlight Ivan “Abner” Cantu, who was executed in Texas. Instead, she posted a photo of the wrong Ivan Cantu.
According to the lawsuit obtained by TMZ, the New Yorker suffered emotional distress and public shame. Her massive following amplified the fallout.
Cantu clarified on Facebook: “I’m not getting executed!” He blasted “some idiot” managing Kardashian’s account. Speaking to TMZ, he said fans mocked him, believing he was the inmate. The ridicule damaged his reputation and sparked severe stress headaches, nightmares, and even PTSD symptoms requiring counselling.
Lawsuit Claims Libel and Slander
The suit accuses Kardashian of libel and slander. Cantu alleges the post, though removed, caused lasting harm. With her global reach, the mistake hit hard. He seeks damages for psychological trauma and medical costs.
Michael Rhodes, Kardashian’s lawyer, called it an honest error. The photo came from a public source tied to the name “Ivan Cantu.” Rhodes hopes to settle out of court but vowed a strong defence if needed.
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Kardashian deleted the post fast. Yet, Cantu insists the damage lingers. Will this end in a payout or a courtroom clash? For now, her social media slip-up keeps the spotlight on this legal drama.
