Thursday 23 July 2026

Rebel Wilson's victory in defamation case could be short-lived. Here's why

As lawyers for actor Charlotte MacInnes plan to appeal a failed defamation case outcome against Hollywood star Rebel Wilson, a solicitor says the judge's interpretations could be grounds for a retrial

By Sydney Daily News

23 July 2026, 7:00 am· Updated 23 July 2026, 8:00 am· 1 min read

Rebel Wilson's victory in defamation case could be short-lived. Here's why — Credit: ABC News NSW

As lawyers for actor Charlotte MacInnes plan to appeal a failed defamation case outcome against Hollywood star Rebel Wilson, a solicitor says the judge's interpretations could be grounds for a retrial or a different verdict.

Source: ABC News NSW

Source: ABC News NSW

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