Trigger Warning: This article contains references to sexual assault.The Rebel Wilson and Amanda Jost case proceedings have been making headlines recently, ever since news of the defamation case was revealed to the public. Acclaimed actress and director Rebel Wilson and Amanda Jost, a famous pop star, are at the forefront of the libel legal battle.
Now, according to the latest reports, Charlotte McLean, who worked with Wilson on her directorial film The Deb, has been named in the case and will be present at the upcoming court proceedings.Here’s what we know about it.
Charlotte McLean to give evidence in court in relation to the case of Rebel Wilson and Amanda Ghost
According to a BBC report, McInnes claimed she was sexually assaulted while working on The Deb. She also recalled having to share a bathroom with one of the film’s producers, Ghost, at her Bondi Beach apartment.
She is suing Wilson for defamation over the social media posts, alleging the posts were made knowingly.Recently, the first day of the hearing ended. Prior to this, Wilson had made allegations on social media about how the complaint was made; However, the actress allegedly hid the incident to “advance her career.” This claim was classified as a “malicious fabrication” during the court hearing.Wilson’s legal representative, Dowd Ceptin, also claimed that the 26-year-old actress benefited after the accident.
During Wednesday’s court proceedings, he said: “You obviously engaged with Ms. Stone and began making inquiries with the record companies about the deal,” to which the actress fully agreed.
More about Rebel Wilson’s posts
According to reports shared online, the actress made targeted posts in 2024 and 2025, claiming that The Deb star was “uncomfortable” after sharing a bathroom with a producer of the film. The allegations also indicated that the complaint was later withdrawn in exchange for a theatrical role and a record deal.During the court hearing, MacInnes admitted that she received a record deal to release two EPs in September 2025, however, the exact amount of the deal was not determined. This came after Ghost helped arrange a meeting for the actress with music agent Shoshana Stone.Allegations of tensions with the cast and entire team have been surfacing since 2023, when the film originally entered production. According to the latest update, McInnis will testify under oath at Thursday’s hearing.Disclaimer: The information in this report is based on a legal hearing as reported by an external source. The details provided represent claims made by the parties involved and are not proven facts. The case is still ongoing, and no final ruling has been reached. The publication does not claim that these allegations are true. Also, if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, assault or abuse, please seek immediate help. Contact a mental health professional, NGO, or trusted person. Many helplines are available to provide assistance.
