Sacha Baron Cohen has hit back at Rebel Wilson for claiming that she is a “big a-hole” to him.
In a statement released through a spokesperson, the Hollywood star dismissed Wilson’s claims as false, insisting that he had evidence that contradicted the actress’s claims.
Sacha Baron Cohen Claims He Has Nothing To Fear From Rebel Wilson
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Baron Cohen has spoken out for himself amid controversy that allegedly stemmed from his and Wilson’s meeting while they were working on the 2016 film, “The Brothers Grimsby.”
Following the Australian actor’s revelation that he wrote a chapter in his upcoming memoir, “Rebel Rising,” describing the 52-year-old as a “huge a-hole,” his rep shared in a statement:
“While we appreciate the importance of speaking out, these false claims are directly contradicted by extensive detailed evidence, including contemporary documents, film footage and witness accounts from those present before, during and after the production of ‘The Brothers Grimsby.'”
Although this is the comedian’s first appearance on the issue, Wilson previously addressed it in a radio interview while promoting his film.
follow Us Weeklyin excerpts of the 2014 conversation, which have since resurfaced, the “Pitch Perfect” star is heard saying:
“Sacha is very exaggerated. Every day he’s like, ‘Just get naked, it’s going to be funny.’ And I was, like, ‘No!’ “Sacha and I have the same agent in America and I was like, ‘Sacha, I’m going to call our agent Sharon and tell her how much you’re bothering me.'”
Rebel Wilson ‘Will Not Be Silenced’ By Lawyers
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Just a few hours ago, The Blast reported that Wilson had taken to his Instagram Story with a direct message at Cohen, posting his attempt to shut down his memoir.
“I will not be bullied or silenced by high-priced lawyers or PR crisis managers. The ‘hole’ I refer to in ONE CHAPTER of my book is: Sacha Baron Cohen,” he wrote against a background of a purple pen and a book.
The update appears to be similar to one the 44-year-old dropped via his Story a few days ago, writing, “I wrote about a hole in my book. Now, said a—hole is trying to threaten me. He hired a crisis PR manager and a lawyer.”
He said even if the individual tried to prevent publicity about his book, the page would still be published, revealing the truth to the public.
Wilson Adopts ‘No A—holes Policy’ After His Indicted Experience With Baron Cohen
In her earlier post about airing the “a-hole’s” dirty laundry, Wilson told her 11.1 million Instagram followers:
“When I first got to Hollywood, people would say, ‘Yeah, I have a no-hole policy, which means I don’t work with holes.’ I thought, ‘Yeah, that sounds reasonable, logical.'”
The significance of those words soon became clear to the Teen Choice Award winner, who confessed, “I work with a big hole.” The experience immediately prompted him to adopt the same policy.
“The chapter on that hole is chapter 23. That man is a big hole,” he concluded in a March 15 video accompanied by this emphatic caption:
“Do you want to know why I have a “no holes” policy now with the people I work with? …It’s all in the book: REBEL RISING is available for pre-order now (drops April 2nd, link in bio)…oh and YES I named the hole!”
Fans’ Respect For Wilson Is At An All-Time High
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The Instagram post didn’t go without his fans contributing their two cents in the comments section. “Love it when someone actually names names….. and doesn’t keep us guessing!” one person effuse.
A second individual asserted, “It’s a great policy, name & shame them…. love it!! Can’t wait to read your book. Go GIRL POWER,” as a third repeated, “Yeah, time to name names. They do when it’s a woman.”
Meanwhile, others focused on guessing who Wilson was referring to, with one social media user speculating that it was Tom Cruise and another lightly suggesting Chris Hemsworth.
Rebel Wilson’s Memoir Will Highlight Her Personal Life & Hollywood Career
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In addition to spilling the beans on her drama with Cohen, Hollywood Reporter revealed that “Rebel Rising” will also detail Wilson’s “unconventional journey” to success in Hollywood.
The Australian Theater for Young People graduate’s personal life is also the inspiration for the upcoming book, as she emerges after falling in love with a woman, struggles with weight and fertility challenges, and embraces motherhood with the help of a surrogate.
Addressing fan expectations for the tome, Wilson stated:
“This book is like me sitting down telling my deepest and darkest secrets to a friend, laughing along the way of course. So when it’s released, ‘my friend’ will be you.”
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