George Santos, recently expelled from Congress, has announced his intention to take legal action against HBO for producing a movie based on the book “The Fabulist: The Lying, Hustling, Grifting, Stealing, and Very American Legend of George Santos” by Mark Chiusano. Santos is outraged at what he perceives as the defamatory nature of the film and claims that the filmmakers did not seek his authorization or consult with him during the production process.
Key Takeaway
George Santos is intending to take legal action against HBO over what he perceives as a defamatory film based on Mark Chiusano’s book. Despite his expulsion from Congress and the felony charges he faced, Santos remains determined to shape his own narrative.
Santos’ Grievances with HBO
According to Santos, not only does he have no involvement in the film’s premise, which he deems “fictitious,” but he also objects to the misappropriation of his name and likeness. He expressed his frustration with HBO, stating, “F* them and their chicken s* deal with no inside information or reality of facts.”
A Controversial Figure
Santos’ time in office was marred by controversy, which ultimately led to his expulsion from Congress. Multiple felony charges were brought against him, resulting in his tarnished reputation. Despite these setbacks, Santos remains determined to shape his own narrative and is currently working on a project that aligns with his perspective.
Chiusano Stands by his Work
Author Mark Chiusano, the writer of “The Fabulist,” claims to have made efforts to involve Santos in the story but was unsuccessful in obtaining his cooperation. He asserts that his work accurately represents the events and circumstances surrounding Santos’ political career.
