Rebel Wilson rejects ‘absolutely outrageous’ phone-dumping accusation as defamation trial continues
Rebel Wilson has denied accusations of dumping her phone to avoid handing over evidence in a defamation lawsuit brought by Charlotte MacInnes, the lead actor in Wilson's film The Deb. Wilson called the allegation 'absolutely outrageous' and said her phone was stolen in London, making some messages unrecoverable. She also rejected claims of bullying or inappropriate behavior in communications with MacInnes, while maintaining she acted on a sexual harassment concern raised by the younger actor. The trial continues, with Wilson expected to face further questioning about alleged cyberattacks on MacInnes's social media accounts.
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As Rebel Wilson entered the federal court on Wednesday to give evidence, she said she was preoccupied with the impending birth of her second child. Photograph: Bianca de Marchi/AAPView image in fullscreenAs Rebel Wilson entered the federal court on Wednesday to give evidence, she said she was preoccupied with the impending birth of her second child. Photograph: Bianca de Marchi/AAPRebel WilsonRebel Wilson rejects ‘absolutely outrageous’ phone-dumping accusation as defamation trial continuesThe Pitch Perfect actor is being sued by Charlotte MacInnes, the lead actor of Wilson’s directorial debut, The DebAustralian Associated PressTue 28 Apr 2026 23.55 EDTFirst published on Tue 28 Apr 2026 21.54 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleHollywood star Rebel Wilson has rejected an “absolutely…
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