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Updated Jul 23, 2026
qasim akhtar libel damages
Qasim Akhtar, former Coronation Street actor, won substantial libel damages against The Sun publisher over false allegations.
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Qasim Akhtar, former Coronation Street actor, won substantial libel damages against The Sun publisher over false allegations.
Qasim Akhtar, known for his role in Coronation Street, was awarded substantial libel damages after successfully suing The Sun's publisher for defamation. The false allegations published caused him significant distress and harm to his reputation, prompting legal action. Various news sources and legal chambers have detailed the settlement and highlighted the impact of the defamatory claims, clarifying the truth behind the case.
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