The legal war between former WWE Superstar Odyssey Jones (Omari Palmer) and his ex-girlfriend Meileth Nunez has officially escalated, with Nunez firing back in court and demanding the lawsuit be dismissed.
Ringside News obtained newly filed court documents in which Nunez, representing herself, denied all allegations of defamation and accused Palmer of using the legal system to intimidate her.
In her official response, Nunez flat-out denied making any false statements about Palmer, claiming that any statements she did make were truthful and supported by evidence.
Defendant denies defaming Plaintiff and asserts that any statements made were based on fact and personal experience, the response states.
Nunez also argued that Palmer has not suffered damages from her statements, claiming his lawsuit is nothing more than a retaliatory effort after WWE cut ties with him.
She outlined multiple affirmative defenses, including:
- Truth as a Defense Any statements made by Defendant were truthful and are supported by evidence, including police reports, text messages, and investigative findings.
- No Actual Malice Defendant did not act with malice or reckless disregard for the truth. Any statements made were in good faith based on personal experience and factual evidence.
- Public Interest Privilege Defendants statements concern matters of public interest, particularly regarding domestic violence and personal safety.
- Retaliatory Lawsuit Plaintiffs claims are not based on actual harm but are a retaliatory effort to intimidate and silence Defendant after Plaintiffs termination.
- Failure to State a Claim Plaintiffs Complaint fails to meet the legal standard for defamation, as it does not sufficiently establish false statements, actual harm, or malicious intent.
- Unclean Hands Doctrine Plaintiff comes to the court with unclean hands, having engaged in harassment, intimidation, and retaliatory conduct against Defendant.
Nunez is now requesting the court dismiss Palmers lawsuit with prejudice, meaning he would be unable to refile. Shes also seeking court costs and attorneys fees, along with any further relief the court deems appropriate.
Palmer initially filed the lawsuit on January 20, 2025, in Orange County, Florida, seeking over $100,000 in damages. According to his complaint, Nunez made false verbal and written statements about him between May and July 2024, targeting TKO Group (WWEs parent company) and multiple news outlets. The lawsuit claims her accusations were categorically false and maliciously made with actual knowledge of the statements falsity.
Palmer alleged that Nunezs claims directly led to his WWE release in September 2024, stating, As a result of the false and malicious written and verbal statements Defendant was terminated from his employment with TKO Group.
The allegations against Palmer first surfaced in mid-2024 when Nunez accused him of physically assaulting her after discovering text messages between her and another man. She claimed he threw objects at her and slammed her to the ground twice, providing photographs of bruises as evidence.
Palmer has consistently denied all allegations and instead accused Nunez of harassment. According to POST Wrestling, court records show that Palmer was granted a protection order against Nunez in September 2024, citing multiple incidents, including an altercation on a cruise in May 2024.
Palmer claimed that during the cruise, Nunez became increasingly irate and started punching, slapping, and kicking me after accusing him of interacting with another woman. She was screaming at me the whole time. I attempted to defend myself from her attack by hugging her arms to her side.
He also referenced a December 2023 incident at a hotel in Ft. Lauderdale, where he alleged that Nunez showed up uninvited and unannounced and attacked me in front of my friend and other witnesses.
Following these incidents, Palmer claimed Nunez began threatening to get me back in any way she can and contacted his employer, which he believes resulted in his WWE termination. He also filed a police report for stalking with the Maitland Police Department.
Palmers protection order was first granted on September 6, 2024, and was extended twice. Most recently, on January 6, 2025, the Florida court extended it for an additional three years, ensuring it remains in place until early 2028.
On January 11, 2025, Palmer broke his silence on the allegations in an Instagram video, where he expressed gratitude for WWE despite how his tenure ended.
Good morning, my name is Omari Palmer, AKA Odyssey Jones, and first and foremost, Id like to thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for giving me the strength to get through these difficult times, he said.
I apologize for taking so long to address these false claims, but I had to patiently wait to get an injunction set in place to protect my family, my friends, and myself.
Palmer also thanked WWE, saying, I would like to thank WWE for the amazing opportunity. I thank you so much for bringing me up. Id also like to thank management and creative for putting me in a position for success, as well as thank the fans for the support that you give me, not only today but all the way back to day one.
As of now, the case remains pending in the Circuit Court of the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Orange County, Florida. No final ruling has been made, and both sides continue to push their arguments. Palmer is seeking damages for alleged defamation and career loss, while Nunez argues that her statements were truthful and protected under public interest.
With serious allegations on both sides, the legal battle could continue for months before a resolution is reached.
Do you think Nunezs response holds weight, or does Palmer have a legitimate case? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
