CBS And Sony Argue Rowell’s Suit Uconstitutional

The lawsuit between Victoria Rowell (ex-Drucilla, THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS) and CBS and Sony Pictures Television as taken another twist. The Wrap is reporting that the defendants have filed a motion in U.S. district court in New York to have the actress’ lawsuit dismissed.

In a memo, attorneys for CBS and Sony claim Rowell’s suit is “a blatant attempt by Plaintiff to force her way back onto a daytime television soap opera, after she voluntarily resigned from her role in 2007.”

The memo also argues that casting and script decisions are protected free speech and ordering CBS and Sony to make those choices for Rowell’s benefit would go against the First Amendment.

In addition to asking for the case to be dismissed, attorneys for CBS and Sony are requesting the venue be changed to California, where Y&R tapes. As this ongoing real-life soap opera continues, we’ll keep bringing you updates as we get them!