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Rebel Wilson Branded a 'Fantastical Liar' in The Deb Defamation Trial
entertainment19 days ago

Rebel Wilson Branded a 'Fantastical Liar' in The Deb Defamation Trial

In a Sydney defamation case over Rebel Wilson’s remarks about The Deb, Wilson is described as a “fantastical liar” in closing arguments as lead actress Charlotte MacInnes sues for damages over an alleged harassment complaint against producer Amanda Ghost. MacInnes contends Wilson’s statements harmed her reputation, while Wilson’s team argues the claims amount to a revision of history. The defense notes MacInnes’ career has advanced since the alleged backtracking of the complaint, and Justice Elizabeth Raper will deliver the verdict.

Rebel Wilson Denies Hacking Claims as Sydney Defamation Case Escalates
entertainment26 days ago

Rebel Wilson Denies Hacking Claims as Sydney Defamation Case Escalates

In a Sydney defamation hearing, Charlotte MacInnes accuses Rebel Wilson of hiring someone to hack her Snapchat and leak a nude photo to her contacts after filing a defamation suit in September 2025; Wilson denies the hacking claim. MacInnes also alleges Wilson commissioned a PR firm to smear Deb producer Amanda Ghost, and Wilson’s former lawyer allegedly arranged payments to that firm. Wilson faces additional defamation lawsuits from Ghost, Cameron and Holden, with the trial also touching on a 2023 bathing incident that is central to the case.

Rebel Wilson Denies Hacking Nude Photo Leak in Australian Defamation Case
entertainment28 days ago

Rebel Wilson Denies Hacking Nude Photo Leak in Australian Defamation Case

Rebel Wilson testified she did not orchestrate a Snapchat hack that leaked a nude photo of Charlotte MacInnes, who is suing Wilson for defamation over Wilson’s claims about an alleged sexual-harassment complaint against The Deb producer Amanda Ghost. The Sydney trial, overseen by Justice Elizabeth Raper, has included Wilson’s denial of the hacking claim and related social-media disputes as both sides present competing accounts.

Rebel Wilson Takes the Stand in Sydney Defamation Case
world29 days ago

Rebel Wilson Takes the Stand in Sydney Defamation Case

Rebel Wilson appeared in a Sydney court to defend defamation claims brought by fellow Australian actress Charlotte MacInnes, who alleges Wilson made defamatory statements about her in Instagram posts in 2024 and 2025; MacInnes is suing Wilson in relation to Wilson's directorial debut The Deb, with the BBC's Katy Watson outlining the background and proceedings.

MacInnes Recounts a 'Very Difficult' Rift With Rebel Wilson in The Deb Defamation Trial
entertainment1 month ago

MacInnes Recounts a 'Very Difficult' Rift With Rebel Wilson in The Deb Defamation Trial

Australian actress Charlotte MacInnes testified she had a 'very difficult' relationship with Rebel Wilson during the defamation case over Wilson's claims about The Deb producer Amanda Ghost, including disputes over a bathing incident and whether MacInnes ever complained; the courtroom drama highlights tensions on and off set as the legal battle spans Australia and the U.S.

Rebel Wilson in Defamation Trial Over PR-Created Smear Sites
entertainment1 month ago

Rebel Wilson in Defamation Trial Over PR-Created Smear Sites

Rebel Wilson is facing a defamation lawsuit from lead actor Charlotte MacInnes over social-media smear sites allegedly created by a crisis PR firm to attack co-producer Amanda Ghost; court evidence suggests Wilson ordered the sites, though she denies involvement. Text messages described Wilson as nuts, and the case unfolds alongside separate lawsuits and The Deb's delayed release.

Rebel Wilson Accused of PR-Driven Smear Campaign Against Amanda Ghost
entertainment1 month ago

Rebel Wilson Accused of PR-Driven Smear Campaign Against Amanda Ghost

Australian defamation proceedings in Sydney reveal allegations that Rebel Wilson hired a crisis PR firm to smear producer Amanda Ghost, connected to Wilson’s directorial project The Deb. Evidence cited includes websites such as amandaghostsucks.com and messages describing Wilson as “fucking nuts,” though Wilson has denied any involvement. The suit, brought by Charlotte MacInnes—the lead actress in The Deb—also touches on a 2023 Bath incident involving Ghost and MacInnes and whether MacInnes complained to Wilson. The case continues in Federal Court.

Rebel Wilson Faces Defamation Battle Over Alleged Smear Campaign
celebrity1 month ago

Rebel Wilson Faces Defamation Battle Over Alleged Smear Campaign

Rebel Wilson is in a nine‑day defamation hearing in Sydney, accused by Charlotte MacInnes of smearing her online after allegedly withdrawing sexual-harassment claims against producer Amanda Ghost; Wilson says MacInnes told her about Ghost’s behavior after a bath, but MacInnes denies making such allegations. The case turns on whether MacInnes told Wilson she’d been asked to shower with Ghost and whether she later changed her story. Wilson denies the claims and is countersuing, with damages yet to be determined as the hearing continues.

Rebel Wilson faces defamation trial over alleged weaponization of harassment claims
entertainment1 month ago

Rebel Wilson faces defamation trial over alleged weaponization of harassment claims

In Sydney, Rebel Wilson is facing a defamation trial brought by Charlotte MacInnes over four social media posts that allegedly smeared MacInnes as lying about a sexual harassment claim. Wilson’s team says the harassment issue was used during a dispute with film producers, while MacInnes argues the court will prove Wilson sought to portray her as a “money grabbing opportunist.” The case centers on a disputed September 2023 studio conversation, subsequent communications, and related social posts as the production of The Deb unfolds, with potential damages discussed and witnesses called as the hearing continues.

Rebel Wilson Faces Defamation Trial Over The Deb Controversy in Sydney Court
entertainment1 month ago

Rebel Wilson Faces Defamation Trial Over The Deb Controversy in Sydney Court

Rebel Wilson appeared in a Sydney court to defend a defamation lawsuit brought by Charlotte MacInnes over Instagram posts alleging MacInnes changed her story about an incident involving The Deb producer Amanda Ghost; MacInnes says Wilson bullied her online to leverage disputes about budgets and contracts, while Wilson’s team argues the case centers on what MacInnes told Wilson and whether she later altered her account. The nine‑day hearing is being streamed on YouTube.

Rebel Wilson defamation case: court hears allegations labeled 'malicious concoctions'
entertainment1 month ago

Rebel Wilson defamation case: court hears allegations labeled 'malicious concoctions'

In a Sydney defamation trial, Rebel Wilson’s posts accusing a young actress of being harassed by a producer are described by the opposing side as 'malicious concoctions.' The case centers on whether the actress, Charlotte MacInnes, told Wilson about the bath incident with producer Amanda Ghost and whether the posts damaged MacInnes’ reputation; MacInnes denies making a complaint, while Wilson’s team says she lied to further her career. Private texts and emails shown in court discuss the incident and the alleged leverage used in contract negotiations. The nine‑day trial continues.

Rebel Wilson targets The Deb’s team and Len Blavatnik in Instagram feud amid lawsuits
entertainment2 months ago

Rebel Wilson targets The Deb’s team and Len Blavatnik in Instagram feud amid lawsuits

Rebel Wilson posted a series of Instagram Stories accusing The Deb’s UK producers—funded by billionaire Len Blavatnik—of misconduct and detailing multi‑jurisdictional lawsuits against her, including a defamation suit brought by co‑star Charlotte MacInnes, while alleging crisis PR attempts to silence her and calling out Blavatnik’s connections to the project.

Leaked Audio Ties Rebel Wilson’s PR Team to Smearing Amanda Ghost as a Madame
celebrity-culture2 months ago

Leaked Audio Ties Rebel Wilson’s PR Team to Smearing Amanda Ghost as a Madame

Leaked audio purportedly from Rebel Wilson’s crisis-PR team suggests they plotted to smear Amanda Ghost as a ‘madame’ connected to Len Blavatnik in the defamation dispute over The Deb, with Ghost’s camp and Wilson’s lawyers both cited and comment sought. The material links Ghost to a Russian financer and mirrors another smear-related lawsuit (Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni) that is referenced in the case. The Cut notes it has reached out for comment and will update as the legal saga unfolds, highlighting troubling tactics in Hollywood crisis PR.

War of the Worlds 2025 Tops Razzie List as Worst Picture, Kate Hudson Redeemer Shines
entertainment2 months ago

War of the Worlds 2025 Tops Razzie List as Worst Picture, Kate Hudson Redeemer Shines

War of the Worlds (2025) was named Worst Picture at the 46th Razzie Awards, sweeping multiple categories including Worst Actor (Ice Cube), Worst Director (Rich Lee), Worst Screenplay, and Worst Remake/Rip-Off/Sequel; Rebel Wilson won Worst Actress for Bride Hard, Scarlet Rose Stallone took Worst Supporting Actress for Gunslingers, and All Seven Artificial Dwarfs won Worst Supporting Actor for Snow White (2025). Kate Hudson received the Razzie Redeemer Award for Song Sung Blue. Winners were decided by online voting from 1,223 Razzie members across the U.S. and beyond.

War of the Worlds Sweeps Five Razzie Nods; Ice Cube Takes Worst Actor
film2 months ago

War of the Worlds Sweeps Five Razzie Nods; Ice Cube Takes Worst Actor

At the 46th Razzie Awards, Ice Cube won Worst Actor for War of the Worlds, while the film swept five categories—Worst Picture, Worst Director, Worst Screenplay, and Worst Prequel/Remake/Rip-Off or Sequel. Rebel Wilson took Worst Actress for Bride Hard, Scarlet Rose Stallone was named Worst Supporting Actress for Gunslingers, Kate Hudson received the Razzie Redeemer Award, and All Seven Artificial Dwarfs won Worst Supporting Actor for Snow White.