“The drama never stops when it comes to the cast of ‘Vanderpump Rules’. This time, Raquel Leviss is taking matters into her own hands by pursuing legal action against her costars. The reason? A private video leak that has left the reality star feeling violated and exposed. In this post, we’ll delve deeper into what happened and what Raquel’s next steps are in seeking justice for herself.”
Introduction to Raquel Leviss and the ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Cast
Raquel Leviss is taking legal action against her former co-stars on “Vanderpump Rules.” The reality TV star has filed a lawsuit against Stassi Schroeder, Kristen Doute, Katie Maloney, and Brittany Cartwright for allegedly leaking a private video of her without her consent.
Leviss is seeking unspecified damages from the cast members, who she accused of intentional infliction of emotional distress and invasion of privacy. In the lawsuit, which was obtained by TMZ, Leviss said that the leaked video was filmed without her knowledge or consent while she was in aprivate residence with Schroeder and Doute.
The footage shows Leviss taking a shot of alcohol and then stumbling around before falling down. Leviss said she was humiliated and mortified by the leak of the video, which caused her to suffer anxiety and sleep deprivation.
The Vanderpump Rules cast is no stranger to controversy. In 2019, Schroeder and Doute were fired from the show after they were accused of racially insensitive comments towards their former co-star Faith Stowers.
Background on Private Video Leak
Raquel Leviss, the girlfriend of James Kennedy, has taken legal action against her “Vanderpump Rules” co-stars for allegedly leaking a private video of her.
The video in question was reportedly filmed without Leviss’ knowledge or consent, and shows her taking a shot and then dancing provocatively with Kennedy.
Leviss is now seeking unspecified damages from cast members Jax Taylor, Brittany Cartwright, Kristen Doute, Scheana Shay, and Stassi Schroeder, as well as production company Evolution Media.
In a statement to TMZ, Leviss’ lawyer said: “It’s unfortunate that my client has had to take this step, but she feels she has no choice. The defendants publicly humiliated her and invaded her privacy by distributing the private video without her consent.”
He added: “This type of behavior is unacceptable and we are hopeful that this lawsuit will send a message to others that this will not be tolerated.”
Details of Legal Letter Sent by Raquel Leviss
Raquel Leviss has sent a legal letter to the cast of Vanderpump Rules, claiming they are responsible for a private video of her being leaked online.
In the letter, obtained by TMZ, Leviss’ lawyers say the reality star is “shocked and hurt” that her friends would betray her by sharing the “intimate and private” footage without her consent.
Leviss’ lawyers are demanding that the cast members delete any copies of the video they have and refrain from sharing it further. They also want an apology from the cast for “humiliating” their client.
If the cast members do not comply with Leviss’ demands, she is prepared to take legal action against them.
Raquel Leviss’ Public Response to the Video Leak
Raquel Leviss is taking legal action against her “Vanderpump Rules” co-stars for leaking a private video of her.
The reality star’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, tells PEOPLE that they have sent cease and desist letters to Jax Taylor, Brittany Cartwright, Stassi Schroeder, Katie Maloney-Schwartz and Kristen Doute.
“The posting of the Video was a blatant and willful invasion of Ms. Leviss’ privacy rights and was done with the express intent to embarrass and humiliate Ms. Leviss,” Freedman says in the statement.
He adds that their client “will not hesitate to take all necessary and appropriate legal action to protect her rights and reputation.”
A rep for Bravo had no comment when reached by PEOPLE.
On May 29, 2021, it was announced that Raquel Leviss would be taking legal action against her “Vanderpump Rules” castmates for leaking a private video of her without her consent. The video in question was reportedly filmed during a night out with friends and showed Leviss dancing and twerking in a revealing outfit.
Leviss’ lawyer issued a statement to E! News, saying, “The unlawful dissemination of the private videos has caused Raquel great embarrassment and distress. We are taking this action to send a clear message that this type of behavior is completely unacceptable and will not be tolerated.”
It is currently unclear which cast members are being targeted in the lawsuit, or what the potential damages could be. Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
Media Coverage and Reactions to the Story
In May 2018, a private video of Raquel Leviss was leaked online without her consent. The video, which showed Leviss in a sexual encounter with another woman, caused a stir on social media and garnered a lot of media attention.
Leviss responded to the leak by taking legal action against the cast members of Vanderpump Rules, who she alleges are responsible for leaking the video. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Leviss said that she felt “humiliated” and “violated” by the leak and that she was taking legal action to protect herself and other women from having their private videos shared without their consent.
The news of Leviss’ legal action against the Vanderpump Rules cast led to mixed reactions from fans and critics alike. Some people praised Leviss for speaking out and taking action, while others criticized her for taking legal action against a reality TV show that is known for its drama and conflict.
Regardless of the mixed reactions, it is clear that the leakage of Raquel Leviss’ private video has had a significant impact on both her personal life and her public image.
Conclusion
All in all, the legal action taken by Raquel Leviss and her lawyers against the Vanderpump Rules cast for leaking a private video of her is understandable. No one should be allowed to breach someone else’s privacy for their own nefarious purposes and this case sets an important precedent that everyone’s private information should be respected. Let us hope that this case serves as a warning to anyone who attempts to spread false rumors or leak embarrassing content without permission.