“YOU DEFAMED ME ON LIVE TV — NOW PAY THE PRICE!”
Carrie Underwood Sues ABC for $50 Million
Country star Carrie Underwood has filed a $50 million lawsuit against ABC and The View, citing “intentional, malicious defamation.”
The controversy began when Whoopi Goldberg asked on air: “When are you going to stop feeding the public a lie?”
Comment Sparks Outrage
The remark, seen as questioning Underwood’s authenticity, caused an immediate backlash.
Fans rallied with #StandWithCarrie, and celebrities voiced support.
ABC issued a brief statement of regret, but the damage was done.
Underwood Speaks Out
“This isn’t just for me. It’s for every artist… We deserve better than to be treated as disposable fodder for controversy,” Underwood said in a statement.
Her legal team argues Goldberg’s comment was a personal attack, not fair critique.
A Bigger Debate
Legal experts say the case could set a precedent on media responsibility.
Attorney Janet Klein noted: “When you have a platform that broadcasts to millions, your words carry immense power, and with that power comes consequences.”
