Tom Bodett, who for nearly four decades told travelers in radio and TV ads that at Motel 6 “we’ll leave the light on for you,” settled his lawsuit accusing the motel chain of using his name and voice without permission after their relationship broke down.
The settlement was disclosed by Bodett and Motel 6’s immediate parent G6 Hospitality in a filing this month in Manhattan federal court.
Terms were not available. Lawyers for Bodett and G6 did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Monday.
Bodett accused Motel 6’s new owner, India-based OYO, of