Netflix facing 'Queen's Gambit' lawsuit
And Showtime comedy series cancelled
What to know:
Netflix facing lawsuit for Queen’s Gambit fabrication… Georgian chess champ Nona Gaprindashvili is suing the streamer for defamation after the drama series claimed she never faced male chess opponents. If Gaprindashvili wins, it could have big implications in how historical figures are portrayed in fictional works. 🍿
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