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Ziering Sues Road Rally Producer Over Unpaid Dues
10 Nov
Summary
- Ziering hosted a reality series for The CW, premiering in September.
- He claims $100,000 in payment was due Oct. 21, 2026, and was not paid.
- Collateral vehicles were allegedly not owned by the production companies.
Ian Ziering, host of The Great American Road Rally, has sued producer Eric Richey and associated production companies for alleged unpaid compensation. Ziering's company, iMan Productions Inc., claims a contractual agreement stipulated a $260,000 salary, with a $100,000 installment due on Oct. 21, 2026. This final payment was allegedly not made.
Further complicating the dispute, Ziering claims that three specified vehicles, intended as collateral for the outstanding debt, were not owned by the production entities. These cars, a 2016 Ford F-150 Shelby Super Snake, a 2014 Dodge Challenger, and a 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z51, were allegedly registered and located elsewhere and not under the production company's ownership. The lawsuit also notes that one of the production companies was administratively dissolved prior to Ziering signing his contract.
Ziering is seeking substantial damages, including the unpaid installment, the value of his services, and additional financial claims arising from the alleged breach of contract. He asserts he performed significant work for the show, including voiceover recording and extensive filming. The legal action comes as the production companies reportedly received significant revenue from the show's airing.
