Leah Remini has long been vocal about the issues she has with the Church of Scientology. A former member of the religious organization, Remini has been candid about her personal experiences and has advocated for others who’ve spoken about their own interactionss with the church. Now, it would seem that the actress is taking legal action against the group, as she’s opted to sue it. Remini is filing suit for several alleged offenses, including harassment, surveillance and defamation. She detailed her suit – and the reason she’s filing it – in a candid statement.
The 53-year-old actress took to her social media channels to break the news that she’s taking legal action against the church. In the formal complaint, which she shared on her blog, she claimed to have been subjected to “psychological torture,” “harassment” and “indimidation,” among other elements. The star alleges that said interference has persisted for nearly two decades. The lawsuit specifically names church leader David Miscavige, the Religious Technology Center, Inc. and the Church of Scientology International, Inc. In her statement, she said:
