Marilyn Manson Drops Defamation Lawsuit Against Evan Rachel Wood
Marilyn Manson has agreed to settle his lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood, paying $327,000 in attorney fees after alleging defamation and emotional distress.
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Marilyn Manson has dropped his defamation lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood, settling to pay her $327,000 in attorney fees. Wood accused Manson of abuse, which he denies. Manson’s lawsuit claimed Wood fabricated abuse allegations to harm his career. A judge previously dismissed much of his suit. Manson’s legal battles continue amid an ongoing investigation related to multiple sexual abuse allegations against him from various women, including Wood and actress Esme Bianco. Manson, who has denied all allegations, sought to conclude his pursuit of Wood following the court's previous rulings against him.
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