TMZ: Liam's Libel Lawsuit Dismissed

Legal Battle Over Alleged Defamation Ends

Suit Filed in 2018 Now Closed

A libel lawsuit filed by Liam Hemsworth against the popular entertainment news website TMZ has been dismissed. The suit, filed in 2018, alleged that TMZ had falsely reported that Hemsworth had cheated on his then-wife, Miley Cyrus.

The judge overseeing the case ruled that Hemsworth had failed to provide sufficient evidence to support his claims. The judge also noted that TMZ had a First Amendment right to report on Hemsworth's personal life, even if the information was not entirely accurate.

Background of the Lawsuit

The lawsuit stemmed from a 2018 TMZ article that reported that Hemsworth had been seen kissing another woman while still married to Cyrus. Hemsworth denied the allegations, and the couple eventually divorced in 2019.

In his lawsuit, Hemsworth alleged that TMZ's article was false and had damaged his reputation. He sought $100 million in damages.

Court's Ruling

In dismissing the lawsuit, the judge ruled that Hemsworth had not provided sufficient evidence to support his claims. The judge also noted that TMZ had a First Amendment right to report on Hemsworth's personal life, even if the information was not entirely accurate.

The judge's ruling is a significant victory for TMZ and other media outlets that report on celebrity news. The ruling makes it clear that celebrities cannot sue for defamation simply because they believe a story about them is false.

Conclusion

The dismissal of Liam Hemsworth's libel lawsuit is a reminder that celebrities have limited legal recourse when it comes to negative press. The First Amendment gives the media broad discretion to report on the lives of public figures, even if the information is not entirely accurate.