Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis “had no idea” his ex-fiancée Olivia Wilde would be handed custody documents while she was on stage in front of 4,000 people, and was left “horrified” by the incident, which occurred while the actress was giving a presentation on the film that sparked her romance with current boyfriend Harry Styles.
The sensational moment shocked and outraged Hollywood on Tuesday night when photos of a puzzled 38-year-old Wilde opened a “personal and confidential” Manila envelope containing jurisdictional documents relating to the custody of the two children she shares with Sudeikis, 46, while in the middle of his speech for his upcoming thriller Don’t Worry, Honey.
Minutes later, the Internet erupted into a heated debate over the incident, with some criticism of Sudeikis, calling him “evil” and “wild” for subjecting his children’s mother to such public humiliation.
A source close to the former couple has now revealed that he was as blinded by the ministry as Wilde, telling Exclusively for DailyMail.com that Sudeikis “has no idea” that her documents are being presented at this year’s CinemaCon in Las Vegas – and claiming he had not been notified of the incident until photos of her opening the envelope on stage became public.
“Jason had no idea this was happening,” said an insider. “No one knew until the pictures came out suddenly. He is horrified by all the work and would never want Olivia to be put in such a situation.
“His only priority is to have their children and make sure they are safe and happy.”
The source added that the documents in question were not in fact custody documents, as is common, but rather jurisdiction documents, which usually determine which court will hear and decide custody of a child.
Jason Sudeikis has “no idea” that Olivia Wilde’s ex-fiancée received custody documents on stage at CinemaCon and was “horrified” by the incident, a source told DailyMail.com. The actor was seen filming Ted Lasso in London last month
Sudeikis has been heavily criticized online after Wilde was presented with legal documents while she was on stage in front of 4,100 industry executives discussing her new film, which sparked her romance with Harry Styles.
The 38-year-old actress was in the middle of presenting her film Don’t Worry, Las Vegas, when she received legal documents from her ex-partner Sudeikis, 46, who was dubbed “savage” and “malicious” as a result.
However, an insider spoke out in defense of Sudeikis (seen with Wilde and their two children, Otis and Daisy, in 2018), insisting that he “would never want Olivia to be put in such a situation.”
“Documents have been drawn up to establish jurisdiction over the children of Mrs Wilde and Mr Sudeikis,” an insider explained.
‘Mr. Sudeikis had no prior information about the time or place where the envelope would be delivered, as this would depend solely on the participating technology service company and he would never have approved it to be served on her in such an inappropriate manner. ”
A DailyMail.com source confirmed that the woman who served Wilde’s documents was a Los Angeles-based trial server hired by the Brooklyn-based Sudeikis law firm to provide her with documents for jurisdiction; according to the internal actor, the actor had no contact with the server, whose work was entirely his lawyers.
The source said the actor was horrified and upset by the accusations against him in light of the incident, which saw some social media users suggest the move was a deliberate form of revenge – but people close to him insist it is not. so.
Wilde was in the middle of a presentation on her new film – which she is directing and starring her 28-year-old handsome Stiles – when she was briefly interrupted by a woman on the trial server who approached the audience’s front row at the event. Vegas slid the manila envelope across the front of the stage toward her.
‘This is for me?’ Wilde asked before opening the envelope and reading the documents briefly. She then continued with her presentation.
It was initially reported that the documents were an unwanted script sent by a fan in the hope of getting Wilde’s attention – but that did not stop the fierce speculation among those present at the annual event as to whether the envelope actually contained legal documentation or not.
The incident will undoubtedly also raise questions about the legality of the service and whether it was carried out in a perfectly appropriate and lawful manner.
Usually, the process of serving someone with legal documents has to be done by a third party over the age of 18. This person can be a lawyer, friend or family member or, as in the case of Wilde, a hired process server who is paid to deliver legal documents in person.
Twitter erupted in debate over the incident, with many blasting Judges and calling for the move, with many insisting that his favorite character, Ted Lasso, disapproves of such a “wild” maneuver.
Most social media users believe the move has been calculated, but some applauded Sudeikis, suggesting he deserved revenge on Wilde after she went public with her romance with Stiles so soon after they broke up.
The rules for service of documents vary from state to state, but the law usually dictates that documents must be served directly on the accused – and this person must usually be informed that he or she is being given court documents.
The fact that Wilde doubted whether the envelope was for her and then continued to open it on stage suggests that she did not know its contents.
She also opened confidential documents on stage when she was filmed; it can be argued that this compromises any privacy, especially since the documents were depicted in several images taken during the public event.
It is unclear whether Sudeikis or Wilde plan to question or raise any of these issues.
Wilde and Sudeikis began dating in November 2011 and got engaged in December 2012, before eventually separating in November 2020. They share two children together – eight-year-old son Otis and five-year-old daughter Daisy.
Details of their current custody remain confidential, and neither Wilde nor Sudeikis have commented on the contents of the envelope.
However, Twitter erupted with speculation about the sensational moment, with some taking the opportunity to compare Sudeikis to his favorite Apple TV + character, Ted Lasso, whom many said he would never approve of such “savage” behavior.
“So Ted Lasso is A ** Ho?” One man tweeted, and another said, “Damn, Ted Lasso is moving.”
“There’s no way Ted Lasso did that,” added a third, while another insisted, “Ted Lasso never would.”
Some social media users have accused the actor of wanting to ensure that his ex will be given the newspapers in the most public forum possible, suggesting that this is his way of seeking revenge after she went public with her romance with Stiles. 28, just months after her breakup with Sudeikis became public.
Sweet: Wilde began dating Stiles at the age of 28 after the couple formed a close relationship during the filming of the psychological thriller in late 2020. The actress directed the film while the pop star appeared in the lead role. They are depicted together on the set
Big revelation: After receiving the Manila envelope, Wilde opened it and briefly reviewed its contents before continuing with his presentation.
Continue: It was originally reported that the documents were an unsolicited script sent by a fan in hopes of getting Wilde’s attention.
Security: CinemaCon has since said it is “reassessing security procedures” in light of the emergency
Neither Wilde nor Sudeikis have commented on their custody agreement over their two children (seen in a photo on Instagram)
CinemaCon security breach
CinemaCon said it is now reassessing its security procedures in light of the incident: “Never in the history of Congress has there been an incident in which a delegate approached the stage that was not authorized to be present,” said Mitch Neuhauser, managing director. Director of CinemaCon said in a statement to Deadline.
“In light of this incident, we are re-evaluating our security procedures to ensure the safety of all those present.”
The annual gathering of cinema owners and Hollywood studios at the Coliseum in Las Vegas for CinemaCon requires attendees to purchase a badge.
Industry and media participants must apply for accreditation well before the April Convention and present a “photo identification number corresponding to the name in the required documentation” upon arrival at the event.
“I had an ex, received with documents before and there is no WAY Jason Sudeikis does not know where and when Olivia Wilde will be served … NOTHING! When and where is something that is discussed before the documents are delivered, “a Twitter user wrote.
Others say Sudeikis “deserves” revenge on Wilde after she went public with her romance with Stiles, 28, so soon after the former couple broke up.
“I have to tilt my hat on Jason Sudeikis,” one man wrote. “I would do the same … People just want some things to be public. I think everything should be fair play after you expose yourself there.
Another agreed, tweeting, “Jason Sudeikis to serve Olivia Wilde on stage while giving a presentation in Vegas is wild … to be honest, she deserves it.”
CinemaCon attendees revealed on Tuesday night that Wilde received a “private and confidential” envelope while she was on stage and gave a presentation, with reporter Chris Lee detailing her reaction in a tweet that read: “Halfway through her schpiel don’t worry, baby, …
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