Former Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen forfeited all unvested equity and bonuses — $11 million in total — when he abruptly left the company in March.

Pop star Jewel's lawsuit against Kroger over the Wellness Festival prompted a judge to demand an explanation for CEO Rodney McMullen's sudden March departure.

A Hamilton County judge is ordering former Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen to disclose his reason for resigning earlier this year. McMullen stepped down in March citing "personal conduct" that while "unrelated to the business" was "inconsistent with Kroger's Policy on business Ethics."

The order states McMullen must answer under oath: “Explain the facts and circumstances relating to your resignation from the Kroger Co. In so doing, provide sufficient detail for the Court to understand the material events that led to your resignation and the identities of those involved and their roles.”