Why is Rebel Wilson being sued by her co-star?

It's a case where the art has been overshadowed by the drama. 

The star of Australian film The Deb, singer Charlotte McInnes, is suing Australian actor and director Rebel Wilson for defamation. 

Over two weeks of hearings, the court was told about smear campaigns, hacked Snapchats, and the central claim: that Rebel Wilson lied about her star actress.

Rebel is accused of being a fantastical liar who orchestrated a ‘complete revision of history’. She maintains she’s telling the truth – and that she’s a whistleblower who supports women.  

A judge is deciding which version of events is true – with a decision expected any day. 

Today, senior reporter at The Daily Telegraph, Nathanael Cooper, on the trial, the movie, and the consequences for everyone involved.

 

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Guest: Senior Reporter at The Daily Telegraph, Nathanael Cooper

Photo: AAP Image/Dean Lewins

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