Rebel Wilson calls legal drama over directorial debut her ‘worst nightmare’

Rebel Wilson is finally addressing the controversy surrounding The Deb, the release of which is still pending due to a number of lawsuits and countersuits.

The Pitch Perfect star made her directorial debut with the film, but soon after its first showing at the Toronto International Film Festival in September of 2024, sued the producers of the film which kicked off a legal war hindering the wider release of the film.

In an interview with Nine Network's programme 60 Minutes, the comedian stated that she was facing retaliation after standing up for the wrongdoings that were occurring at the time.

Those of which include claims of sexual harassment and embezzlement of funds done by the directors.

"There is zero evidence of any kind of bullying or anything, and these lawsuits, these allegations, these things are just people who, you know, are trying to sling mud at me,” Rebel stated of the countersuits she faced by the producers, which were for defamation and breach of contract.

“This is a situation where I was a whistle-blower. I stood up when it was important to stand up and say something," she added, doubling down on all of her previous accusations.

Notably, the producers, namely, Amanda Ghost, Gregor Cameron, and Vince Holden have denied all allegations against them.

Does Rebel Wilson have any upcoming projects?

Rebel Wilson is currently filming for the 2025 picture, Tinsel Town, a Christmas film in which Rebel plays the character Jill.

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