nuSep 14, 2026, 17:30

Dutch Tax Authority seizes Ferry Doedens' house over debts

The Dutch Tax Authority has placed a lien on Ferry Doedens' home due to unpaid debts, a move compounded by similar actions from his apartment building's homeowners' association. The actor, known for his past role in Goede Tijden, Slechte Tijden, has also faced recent criminal convictions for driving under the influence of hard drugs.

The Dutch Tax Authority has placed a lien on the home of actor Ferry Doedens due to outstanding debts, a measure that could eventually lead to the property being auctioned. In addition to the tax authorities, the homeowners' association for his apartment building has also sought legal action over an unpaid debt of 1,247 euros, which a court has ordered him to pay. This financial situation adds to a series of personal and legal challenges for the former television star.

Beyond his financial troubles, Doedens has faced significant legal issues regarding his conduct behind the wheel. In 2025, he was convicted for driving under the influence of various hard drugs during incidents that occurred throughout 2024. Once a prominent cast member of the long-running soap opera Goede Tijden, Slechte Tijden, Doedens has seen his career interrupted multiple times due to personal issues, including drug addiction and breaches of professional protocols. He currently generates income through an erotic content platform.

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