Breaking: Rebekah Vardy to Pay Coleen Rooney Nearly £1.2M in Legal Costs, Settlement Follows Wagatha Christie Libel Battle
H2. Legal Fees Settled: Rebekah Vardy to Pay Coleen Rooney £1.2 Million
Wagatha Christie Saga: A Tale of Two Wags, Three Stories, and Millions in Legal Fees
The high-profile ‘Wagatha Christie’ libel case between Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy has reached a significant milestone, with Vardy agreeing to pay Rooney £1.2 million of her £1.8 million legal costs, as revealed in a court hearing this week.
A Tale of Three Stories: Rooney’s Sting Operation
In October 2019, Rooney publicly accused Vardy of leaking fake stories from her private Instagram to The Sun newspaper. The three stories in question involved Rooney’s supposed trip to Mexico for a ‘gender selection’ procedure, her plans to return to TV, and the flooding in her basement. Rooney orchestrated a sting operation to catch the leak, which ultimately led to Vardy’s agent, Caroline Watt, being named as the source.
The Court’s Decision
Following a high-profile trial, Mrs. Justice Steyn ruled in Rooney’s favor, finding it ‘likely’ that Watt had passed information to The Sun, and that Vardy ‘knew of and condoned this behavior.’ Vardy had initially sued Rooney for defamation, but the court’s decision saw Vardy left to bear the significant financial burden of the legal fees.
The Settlement
Rebekah Vardy’s barrister, Juliet Wells, disclosed in the court hearing that a settlement had been reached, with Vardy agreeing to pay £1.19 million, excluding interest and assessment costs. This figure is inclusive of VAT and signifies the end of a lengthy legal process between the two former friends turned foes.
Pro Tips:
- Did you know? Both Rooney and Vardy are wives of famous footballers – Wayne Rooney and Jamie Vardy, respectively.
- Pro tip for the readers: Always consider the potential implications and costs (both financial and personal) before embarking on high-stakes legal battles.
FAQs:
Q: What were the total legal costs?
A: The total legal costs amounted to over £1.8 million.
Q: What happens to the remaining fees?
A: The remaining fees, totaling £643,906.89, are yet to be settled.
What This Means for Future ‘Wagatha Clashes’
As the Wagatha Christie saga unravels, it sets a precedent for potential future disputes among high-profile individuals. The substantial legal fees highlight the importance of careful consideration before embarking on such legal battles. Moreover, it serves as a reminder that public figures must be mindful of their online presence and the potential consequences of their actions.
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