Judge Allows 'Inventing Anna' Defamation Lawsuit Against Netflix to Proceed

The lawsuit, filed by Rachel DeLoache Williams over her portrayal in the series, challenges Netflix's First Amendment defense and claims of 'literary license.'

Rachel DeLoache Williams's defamation lawsuit against Netflix over its portrayal of her in 'Inventing Anna' will proceed, as Chief Judge Colm F. Connolly rejects Netflix's dismissal bid.
Williams claims the series falsely portrays her as 'snobbish,' 'unethical,' and 'greedy,' distorting her relationship with con artist Anna Sorokin.
Netflix argued that its depiction is protected under the First Amendment, citing 'literary license' and claiming the portrayal aligns with Williams's own account.
The judge found that at least two sets of statements in the series could be proven true or false, challenging Netflix's defense of the portrayals as mere opinions.
Williams's attorney argues the show damages her reputation by using her real name and biographical details, suggesting Netflix could have avoided this by using a fictitious name.