If a defendant makes an untrue statement of fact about the plaintiff and the statement is intentionally or accidentally published to a third party, the defendant is held liable for misappropriation of the right to publicity.

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The scenario described is actually defamation, not misappropriation of the right to publicity. Misappropriation of the right to publicity involves using someone's name, image, or likeness for commercial purposes without their consent.

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