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Dionne Warwick Sued Over $2.5 Million Royalty Contract

12/17/2025

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Dionne Warwick is facing a New York lawsuit filed by the Artists Rights Enforcement Corporation.
The suit alleges Warwick tried to terminate the 2002 contract that entitles the firm to a share of her royalties.
Since 2002, the agreement has generated over $2.5 million in royalties for the firm.
Warwick's team allegedly sought to end the contract in September to receive royalties directly from Sony and other entities.

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Dionne Warwick is facing a New York lawsuit filed by the Artists Rights Enforcement Corporation.
The suit alleges Warwick tried to terminate the 2002 contract that entitles the firm to a share of her royalties.
Since 2002, the agreement has generated over $2.5 million in royalties for the firm.
Warwick's team allegedly sought to end the contract in September to receive royalties directly from Sony and other entities.