Rebel Wilson accuses producers of misconduct

Rebel Wilson has publicly countered a defamation lawsuit filed against her by the producers of her latest film, *The Deb*, asserting that she possesses "substantial proof" of their alleged dishonesty. The dispute escalated after Wilson accused producers Amanda Ghost, Gregor Cameron, and Vince Holden of obstructing her film's entry into the Toronto International Film Festival, engaging in inappropriate conduct towards a lead actor, and misappropriating funds from the film's budget. In retaliation, the producers filed a $35,000 lawsuit, claiming Wilson exhibited bullying behavior and failed to fulfill her responsibilities as the film's director. The producers have since amended their lawsuit to include allegations from Wilson's autobiography, *Rebel Rising*, in which she accused Sacha Baron Cohen of inappropriate behavior during the filming of *The Brothers Grimsby*. They argue that her claims were fabricated to promote her book and to garner public sympathy for personal gain. The producers expressed concern that the controversy could jeopardize the film's screening opportunities, emphasizing the impact of Wilson's statements on their professional reputation. In her defense, Wilson's representatives stated that she has documented evidence, including photos and videos from the filming process, demonstrating her commitment to the project. They refuted claims that she was inactive on set, clarifying that her involvement varied throughout production stages. Additionally, they noted that writing credits are determined by the Australian Writer's Guild, not the producers, countering Wilson's claims of being denied credit for her contributions.