Silent Killer Faces US$122K Lawsuit After Failing to Board Plane to UK Festival
Popular Zimdancehall artist Silent Killer has landed in serious trouble after missing a major UK performance, prompting a promoter to demand over US$122,000 in damages.
The promoter, Y2K Entertainment Music & Arts, claims Silent Killer breached his contract by failing to perform at the SAMA Festival in Leicester on 19 April 2025. The event featured several Zimbabwean artists, and the organisers say his absence caused major disruptions, forcing them to spend thousands on last-minute changes.
According to Zimcelebsblitz, Harare-based DM Thombeni Legal Practitioners sent a letter of demand to Silent Killer’s legal team, Samundombe & Partners, on 16 May 2025. The letter accuses the musician of breach of contract, unprofessional behaviour, and causing reputational damage to the festival.
A String of Delays and Demands
The promoter says Silent Killer was given financial support throughout the booking process. This reportedly included:
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US$300 in 2024 for an emergency passport
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US$500 to retrieve the passport
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US$100 for visa biometrics
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Extra costs for a second visa interview due to delays
Although his visa was eventually approved just in time, things went downhill from there. Silent Killer allegedly missed three separate flights, including the original booking, and refused to board another unless he was paid an extra US$300, claiming it was for his wife or girlfriend.
Organisers say he got the payment but still failed to get on the plane.
Silent Killer Faces US$122K Lawsuit For Missed UK Show
Y2K Entertainment says they had no choice but to replace him with artist Oriyano, cover extra costs for tickets and accommodation, and compensate unhappy stakeholders. The breakdown of the US$122,170 includes:
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Advance payments
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Replacement fees
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Travel and accommodation costs
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An estimated US$100,000 in reputational damage
A video is said to exist showing Silent Killer acknowledging the deal and confirming he had received his US$500 advance, with US$2000 promised upon arrival in the UK.
The law firm has given the artist seven days to pay up or face legal action. They are also demanding US$12,217 as collection commission if the matter is taken further.
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