Former RHOP star Mia Thornton faces new lawsuit for unpaid rent & fees, adding to her recent felony theft arrest and mounting legal troubles.
- March 26, 2026
AceShowbiz - Mia Thornton is currently embroiled in a new legal matter involving unpaid rent at a luxury apartment. Court documents filed on March 18 reveal that the former Real Housewives of Potomac star allegedly owes $2,859 for rent in March, along with additional fees that bring the total amount due to nearly $3,500.
This lawsuit follows a previous legal case where Mia Thornton was arrested on felony theft charges related to accusations that she took over $11,000 worth of items from a rental property. According to the police report, she was "taken into custody without incident."
Body camera footage from the arrest shows Mia Thornton acknowledging the situation and stating that she was aware a warrant had been issued for her arrest. This incident has added to her ongoing legal troubles since leaving the show.
After the theft charges became public, Mia Thornton addressed the situation on social media. She shared a message expressing her intentions for the new year, writing, "This new year is about rebuilding, refining and rising with purpose." She also emphasized her commitment to moving forward with integrity and grace and added, "Challenges don't define me - how I rebuild does."
Since departing from Real Housewives of Potomac, Mia Thornton relocated to Atlanta, Georgia. She has also been seen spending time with R&B singer Bobby Valentino, signaling a new chapter in her personal life amid these legal challenges.