Real Housewives of Miami alum Lenny Hochstein has accused his estranged wife Lisa Hochstein of abuse amid their ongoing defamation lawsuit. Lenny claims that Lisa consistently hit him throughout their marriage, which began in 2009. He also stated that he never hit back at her or initiated any physical harm towards her. The allegations of abuse are cited as one of the reasons Lenny initiated divorce proceedings in May 2022. Lisa’s attorney has denied the allegations, calling them unfounded, and stating that they plan to prove the lawsuit is frivolous.
Lenny clarified that he never felt threatened by his ex-wife, despite the alleged abuse. He mentioned that the only way Lisa has hurt him is through the things she has said, not done. Lisa previously accused Lenny of abuse in November 2023, posting a photo of a bruise on her arm on Instagram. Lenny denied the allegations and filed a defamation suit against her, seeking damages and attorneys’ fees. He claimed that Lisa got the bruise on her arm after losing her balance while walking up the stairs, and reiterated these claims in the recent filing.
The ongoing legal battle between Lenny and Lisa is set for a hearing on May 30. Lenny, who works as a plastic surgeon, claimed that Lisa’s allegations have damaged his business, leading female patients to cancel their appointments. He emphasized that he has never hit a woman in his life. Lisa spoke exclusively about the lawsuit, stating that she believes it is an effort by Lenny to drain her financially, and called him out for being litigious. The couple is also engaged in a messy divorce battle, with Lenny going public with his girlfriend Katharina Mazepa, whom he got engaged to in July 2023.
Lisa had previously alleged that Mazepa was Lenny’s mistress, but he claimed they began dating after he and Lisa had already separated. Lenny accused Lisa of infidelity, referring to her as the “real homewrecker of Miami.” Lisa has since moved on with boyfriend Jody Glidden. The former couple’s divorce battle is further complicated by these accusations of abuse, infidelity, and financial motivations. The defamation lawsuit and divorce proceedings are adding to the public drama surrounding the former Real Housewives of Miami stars, with further legal developments expected in the near future. Both parties continue to deny each other’s allegations, creating a contentious and high-profile legal battle.
