Daryl Hall sues and gets restraining order against John Oates in Hall & Oates legal drama
There’s a legal rift between the iconic music duo Hall & Oates — although it’s unclear if “Private Eyes” are involved in the case.
Daryl Hall, 77, filed a lawsuit and a request for a restraining order on Nov. 16 against his music partner John Oates, 75.
The pair, one of the most successful duos in rock history, released a stream of hits from the mid-1970s through the ’80s, including “Rich Girl,” “You Make My Dreams (Come True),” and “Maneater”.
Hall filed the suit, which deals with “contract/debt,” in Nashville Chancery Court, according to online court records. The details of the dispute are unclear as the case is sealed.
In addition to the suit, Hall filed a motion for a temporary restraining order, which was issued on Nov. 17. A summons was served to Oates and his trust on Monday.
NBC News has reached out to their representatives, and Hall’s attorney, for comment.
The pair met while attending Temple University in Philadelphia, according to their website. Together the two have recorded 21 albums and in 2003 they were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
The pair have also embarked on careers as solo artists, but never officially split up, and both are currently on their own tours.
Diana Dasrath is entertainment producer and senior reporter for NBC News covering all platforms.
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