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A Guide to Celebrity Defamation Cases


Published on 2025-03-06 19:04:31 - Vulture
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  • The highest-profile legal battle, of course, involves It Ends With Us director-actor Justin Baldoni's defamation suit against co-star Blake Lively over her claims that he mistreated her on set. In addition to Lively's allegations spawning numerous other lawsuits,

The article from MSN titled "A Guide to Celebrity Defamation Cases" discusses various high-profile defamation lawsuits involving celebrities. It outlines how defamation, which includes both libel (written) and slander (spoken), has become a common legal recourse for public figures when their reputation is harmed by false statements. Notable cases include Johnny Depp's lawsuit against Amber Heard, where both accused each other of defamation following their tumultuous relationship and divorce. Another case involves Elon Musk, who was sued by Vernon Unsworth after Musk called him a "pedo guy" on Twitter. The article also touches on the complexities of defamation law, such as the need to prove "actual malice" for public figures, meaning the statements were made with knowledge of their falsity or with reckless disregard for the truth. Additionally, it mentions the case of Taylor Swift, who successfully countersued a radio DJ for assault and battery, which indirectly relates to defamation through the public narrative around the incident. The piece provides insights into how these legal battles often play out in the public eye, influencing both the celebrities' careers and public perception.

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