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Crystal’s Victory: A Win for the Queer Community

In a significant victory for the queer community, drag artist Crystal recently won a libel case against actor Laurence Fox. After a lengthy legal battle spanning 3.5 years, Crystal was awarded £90k in damages for defamation by Fox on social media. This triumph holds great significance for the entire queer community, as it sets a precedent for standing up against discrimination and hate speech. Emma Henderson delves into the implications of this victory and what it means for the ongoing fight for equality and justice.

What was the outcome of Crystal's libel case against Laurence Fox?

Crystal was awarded £90k in damages after Fox defamed them on social media.

How long did the legal battle last?

The legal battle lasted 3.5 years before Crystal was awarded the victory.

Why did Crystal consider this victory important for the queer community?

Crystal believed that winning the libel case against Fox was a victory for the entire queer community as it set a precedent for standing up against defamation and discrimination.