Luke Sayers apologises as lewd photo defamation case brought by ex
Former Carlton president Luke Sayers has issued a public apology to his ex-wife, Cate Sayers, settling a defamation case regarding a lewd photo posted to his social media account. Mr. Sayers acknowledged that his ex-wife was not responsible for the post, ending a high-profile legal dispute.
Why it matters
The case highlights the legal and reputational consequences of social media mismanagement and the importance of accountability in public figures.
The former Carlton president was involved in a legal battle with his wife over a nude photo. ( ABC News: Ian Cutmore )
Luke and Cate Sayers have settled a high-profile defamation case brought over a lewd photo posted to the former Carlton president's social media last year.
Ms Sayers had accused her ex-husband of implying she posted the photo to his X account.
Link copied Share Share article A protracted legal fight between former Carlton president Luke Sayers and his ex-wife over a lewd photo has reached settlement, with Mr Sayers apologising and acknowledging his former partner never posted the photo.
The image of Mr Sayers's penis was posted on his X (formerly Twitter) account in January 2025 , leading him to step down as Carlton president.
Mr Sayers denied posting the photo, saying his account was hacked.
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