John Wilson, a Massachusetts dad cleared of wrongdoing in a college admissions bribery scandal, is suing Netflix over a documentary that defamed him and his children. He claims the documentary falsely portrayed his son as a fake athlete seeking admission through bribes, despite evidence to the contrary.
Key Points
John Wilson was cleared of wrongdoing in a college admissions bribery scandal and is now suing Netflix for defamation.
The documentary allegedly falsely portrayed Wilson's son as a fake athlete seeking admission through bribes.
Wilson's attorneys claim that the documentary depicted false narratives despite substantial evidence provided.
Pros
John Wilson's convictions of fraud and bribery were thrown out after successful appeals last year.
Wilson claims the documentary by Netflix falsely portrayed his son as a fake athlete seeking admission through bribes.
Cons
The fallout from the 'Varsity Blues' scandal involved several prominent figures, including celebrities and the mastermind behind the plot.