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In a major turn in Megan Thee Stallion’s defamation lawsuit, a federal judge has ruled that blogger Milagro Gramz will not be held liable for defamation—despite a jury finding her responsible just one day earlier.
On Tuesday (Dec. 2), Judge Cecilia M. Altonaga issued the final judgment, reversing the jury’s defamation verdict after agreeing with the jury’s classification of Milagro as part of the media. Under Florida law, media defendants must be served with a written notice at least five days before a defamation lawsuit is filed. Megan’s legal team acknowledged they did not meet that requirement, forcing the court to throw out the defamation ruling entirely.
While Milagro is no longer liable for defamation, the judge upheld the verdicts for promotion of an altered sexual depiction and intentional infliction of emotional distress. As a result, Megan’s original $75,000 judgment was reduced to $59,000. The court may also soon place restrictions on Milagro, including a possible order barring her from speaking about Megan moving forward.
Before the judge issued her final decision, Milagro’s legal team released a statement claiming she had not been found liable for defamation—a claim Megan’s attorneys disputed, pointing out the judge had not yet ruled. Ultimately, the judge sided with Milagro’s argument on media protections and dismissed the defamation count.
Following Tuesday’s ruling, Milagro posted a video update celebrating the partial victory.
“Defamation was thrown out,” she said. “[The judge] recognized me and agreed with the jury that I am media. So, I’m gon’ need y’all to correct those different things that y’all put online.”
Milagro has also launched a “New Media Fund” on GiveSendGo, aimed at raising money for independent media creators. She originally set a $100,000 goal, but has since hidden the visible donation amount.
The case continues to fuel conversations around bloggers, new media, and the legal boundaries of online commentary—especially when major celebrities are involved.
