Lebanese singer and actress Haifa Wehbe has announced her intention to take legal action against a woman accused of making offensive comments about her on social media, following the circulation of photos that sparked controversy online.
Haifa Wehbe Responds to Social Media Criticism
The controversy began after a woman shared photos of Haifa Wehbe without filters and claimed that the artist relies on editing tools and filters to improve her appearance.
Haifa Wehbe responded through the “Stories” feature on her official Instagram account, reposting the image and expressing her anger over what she described as an attempt to damage her reputation.
She stated that she would rely on legal measures to address the situation, emphasizing that she usually treats people kindly despite online criticism.
Legal Action Against Online Defamation
Haifa Wehbe’s response comes as part of her efforts to protect her personal image and public reputation from what she considers harmful statements circulated online.
The artist has previously taken legal steps in cases related to the misuse of her name, photos, and artistic content without permission.
Economic Court Postpones Separate Lawsuit
In another legal development, the Economic Court decided to postpone the hearing of a lawsuit filed by Haifa Wehbe against a doctor.
The lawsuit accuses the doctor of using her personal photos and clips from her artistic works in promotional campaigns without obtaining prior legal approval.
The court scheduled the next hearing for September 21, as the case continues through legal procedures.
Haifa Wehbe and Protecting Personal Rights
Celebrities often face challenges related to unauthorized use of their images and online statements, making legal protection of personal rights an important issue in the entertainment industry.
Haifa Wehbe continues to defend her privacy and public image through legal channels whenever she believes her rights have been violated.
Why did Haifa Wehbe threaten legal action?
She threatened legal action after a woman allegedly made insulting comments about her and shared photos intended to criticize her appearance.
What did Haifa Wehbe say about the social media controversy?
She rejected the accusations and said she would allow the legal system to handle the matter.
What is the separate lawsuit involving Haifa Wehbe about?
The case concerns the alleged use of her photos and artistic clips in advertising campaigns without her permission.
When is the next hearing in Haifa Wehbe’s lawsuit?
The Economic Court postponed the case until September 21.
