Who is Clavicular? US influencer accused of failing to pay rent and destroying $7 million California mansion | Today’s news
American social media influencer Clavicular has been accused of failing to pay rent and leaving a $7 million California mansion in disarray after allegedly throwing parties on the property where he hosted a “Looksmaxxing Camp,” the Daily Mail reports.
The allegations have drawn renewed attention to the controversial online personality who rose to prominence by endorsing extreme methods of improving physical appearance.
The influencer, whose real name is Braden Eric Peters, reportedly leased a six-bedroom mansion in Encino, Los Angeles, from property management company The Maimon Group in September. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, the company accused him of violating the lease agreement, including allegedly not paying the monthly rent and exceeding the allowed number of guests.
Peters’ rep has denied allegations of unpaid bills and told TMZ that he has paid all expenses for the camp in advance.
Who is Clavicular?
Clavicular is the online name of Braden Eric Peters, an American influencer known for pushing the “looksmaxxing” trend. Born in December 2005 and raised in Hoboken, New Jersey, Peters gained popularity on social media in 2025 and 2026 through content focused on male appearance and physical attractiveness.
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Looksmaxxing refers to efforts to improve physical appearance, from grooming, fitness and skin care to more extreme and potentially dangerous practices. Peters has been linked to controversial methods such as “bonesmashing” – the pseudoscientific practice of repeatedly striking facial bones in an attempt to change their shape.
He also discussed the use of performance-enhancing substances and drugs in relation to appearance and weight modification, criticizing the potentially harmful nature of such advice.
Peters said his interest in lookmaxxing began during high school. He combined his pursuit of physical attractiveness with his belief that appearance could help him influence people politically.
What are the charges against Clavicular?
According to a complaint reported by TMZ, Maimon’s group accused Peters of violating the terms of his lease at the Encino location. He reportedly signed the lease in late September, agreeing to pay $53,000 a month for the six-bedroom, six-bathroom, 8,611-square-foot property.
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The company claimed the house was used to host gatherings that exceeded the rental limit of six guests. It also claimed that loud parties led to law enforcement being called to the property.
One incident cited in the complaint allegedly occurred on October 11. According to the landlord, guests fought on the steps and in front of the house, while some were thrown into the pool. The complaint also alleged that water was splashed around the property, drinks were spilled and guests vomited inside the residence.
The company further accused partygoers of using silly strings and “fart spray” inside the house. It also alleged that Peters brought the horse onto the property without obtaining the written permission required under the lease.
Clavicular’s representative denies the charge of unpaid rent
A spokesman for Peters disputed the landlord’s claims about his financial obligations.
In a statement to TMZ, a representative said: “Clavicular has not been served with this lawsuit. He has paid all of his bills for Camp Looksmax in advance. Once he is actually served with the lawsuit, he will respond to the full extent of the law. Any claim that he is in default is false.”
The mansion was reportedly used for Looksmaxxing Camp, a program in which Peters and fellow creator Hexumlite hosted young men for sessions on looks, grooming and dating. Participants reportedly paid $5,000 to attend the camp, which also featured live content.
The allegations regarding the California property come amid other legal issues involving Peters. In September, he was charged in Massachusetts with rape, intoxicating someone for sexual intercourse and furnishing alcohol to a person under 21 in connection with an alleged incident in May 2025. He pleaded not guilty in October. Peters has denied the allegations and the criminal case is still ongoing.
