public figure
A person who has achieved fame or notoriety or who has voluntarily become involved in a public controversy.
? A public figure (or public official) suing for defamation must prove that the defendant acted with actual malice. New York Times Co. v. Sullivan, 376 U.S. 254, 84 S.Ct. 710 (1964).
¡ª Also termed public character. [Cases: Libel and Slander 48(1). C.J.S. Libel and Slander; Injurious Falsehood ¡ì¡ì 91¨C92, 96, 98, 102¨C104.]
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