Eason Chan Yick-shun's girlfriend yesterday sued a magazine for libel over articles that described her as a materialistic social climber.
Hilary Tsui Ho-ying targets Sudden Weekly Limited in the High Court writ that is seeking undisclosed damages, including aggravated damages, for libel.
The writ describes Miss Tsui as a 'successful and popular artiste in the entertainment industry' who has suffered ridicule as a result of articles published on November 21 and 28 and December 5.
The writ says Miss Tsui began her career in the entertainment industry in 1993 and had since 'acquired a wide social circle and substantial reputation within the local community'.
But because of the articles, the writ says, 'the plaintiff has been subject to hatred and contempt and her reputation has been seriously damaged'.
'The plaintiff has also suffered considerable distress and embarrassment,' it says.