Timbaland sues former managers, alleging more than $15m in losses

The case, filed on 30 October in Los Angeles County Superior Court, names former manager Gary Marella and former business manager Bruce Seckendorf. TheWrap and Rolling Stone reported that they had seen the complaint, which seeks to recover losses and asks for a jury trial.

Timbaland, whose legal name is Timothy Mosley, alleges that Marella took millions in unauthorised commissions, fees and reimbursements and falsified financial records to conceal payments. He also accuses Seckendorf of failing to pay his mortgage, bringing his home close to foreclosure. The complaint says the producer became aware of the alleged misconduct after receiving a foreclosure notice in 2025.

Marella told TheWrap that he disputed the allegations and accused Timbaland of trying to shift responsibility for his own spending and financial decisions. He said managing the producer’s finances was not his role and denied paying himself without Timbaland’s knowledge.

Timbaland’s lawyer, Tynia Coats, told Rolling Stone that Marella had been hired to manage the producer’s business affairs and protect his interests. A representative for Seckendorf did not immediately respond to TheWrap’s request for comment.