'Witness X' in Geoffrey Rush defamation case revealed after court order lifted

Australian actor Yael Stone was the unidentified"witness x" in a high-profile defamation case between Geoffrey Rush and The Daily Telegraph, it can now be revealed.The Daily Telegraph's lawyers tried to use testimony from Stone during the trial, but it was blockedOscar-winner Rush successfully sued the newspaper and its publisher over articles accusing him of behaving inappropriately during a Sydney Theatre Company production.

Justice Michael Wigney initially ruled Stone could only be referred to as"witness X", but that suppression order was lifted during a hearing today.But Stone last year made explosive allegations about Rush on the ABC's 7.30 program, including that he exposed himself to her backstage. She also alleged he sent her sexually suggestive messages and attempted to spy on her while she was showering.Stone said she never complained to anyone at the time.

Rush denied the allegations saying he abhors any behaviour that might be considered harassment or intimidation.

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