Australian actor Rebel Wilson admits social media posts true during defamation trial cross-examination
Rebel Wilson testified in an Australian court on April 30, 2026, that multiple social media posts she made targeting the lead actress of her film *The Deb* are factually true, contradicting her earlier denials of authorship. The lead actress is suing Wilson for allegedly fabricating stories in social posts and creating a fake takedown website to damage her reputation. Wilson has previously denied writing the website, though court documents revealed text messages from a PR firm employee suggesting her involvement. The trial centers on whether Wilson's online statements constitute defamation under Australian law.
Verified
- ✓Rebel Wilson testified that social media posts targeting the lead actress of *The Deb* are true. (Source: ABC News Australia)
- ✓The lead actress is suing Wilson for allegedly falsifying stories in social media posts and creating a fake takedown website. (Source: ABC News Australia)
- ✓Wilson previously denied writing the website. (Source: ABC News Australia)
- ✓Court documents include text messages from a PR firm employee suggesting Wilson's involvement. (Source: ABC News Australia)
Interpretation
- ~Wilson's testimony that posts are true may contradict her previous denials of authorship, potentially damaging her legal position. (Source argument from ABC News Australia coverage)
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- April 30, 2026 at 6:09 AM PDT
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