Rebel Wilson Wins Defamation Case in Sydney
Australian actress Rebel Wilson was cleared of defamation claims by Charlotte MacInnes over Instagram posts about the film 'The Deb'.
July 22, 2026
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A Sydney court has cleared Rebel Wilson of defamation claims made by Australian actress Charlotte MacInnes, who starred in Wilson's 2024 film The Deb. The verdict was delivered on July 22, 2026, in the Federal Court of Australia.
MacInnes had sued Wilson over Instagram posts the Pitch Perfect star made on her own account in 2024, alleging they damaged her reputation. The court found that Wilson's posts were not defamatory and dismissed the case.
Wilson, who also directed The Deb, expressed relief after the ruling. 'I'm grateful the court recognized the truth,' she said in a statement. MacInnes has not yet commented on the outcome.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What was the defamation case about?
Charlotte MacInnes sued Rebel Wilson over Instagram posts Wilson made in 2024 about the film 'The Deb', claiming they were defamatory.
What was the court's decision?
The Federal Court of Australia cleared Rebel Wilson of all defamation claims, ruling the posts were not defamatory.
When was the verdict delivered?
The verdict was delivered on July 22, 2026.
