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Rebel Wilson Wins Court Battle Over Film 'The Deb'
23 Oct
Summary
- Rebel Wilson awarded $359,000 plus interest in court victory.
- Co-producers accused Wilson of sabotage and damaging their company.
- Wilson countersued, alleging illicit behaviors including theft and misconduct.
Australian actress Rebel Wilson has emerged victorious in a legal dispute with co-producers of her directorial debut, 'The Deb'. The film, which had a $22 million budget, grossed only $335,000 at the local box office. Co-producers Amanda Ghost, Gregor Cameron, and Vince Holden alleged that Wilson's online statements caused financial and reputational damage, aiming to devalue the film for her to purchase. They claimed she engaged in sabotage and breached contracts.
However, Justice Elisabeth Peden of the New South Wales supreme court dismissed the co-producers' summons on Friday, awarding them a nominal $10 in damages. Wilson had denied the allegations and countersued, asserting that the producers' involvement was characterized by illicit and egregious behaviors, including theft, bullying, and sexual misconduct. The judge awarded Wilson $359,000 plus interest, marking a significant win for the star.
This ruling follows an earlier victory for Wilson, where she was cleared of defaming a co-star earlier this year. The previous case involved allegations of defamation through social media posts concerning a sexual harassment complaint. The federal court found Wilson's posts were not defamatory.
