Oas-split: Liam Sues Noel Over Break Up Claims

Liam Gallagher is suing brother Noel over his comments about Oasis’ split.

The singer has filed a high court action following his ex-bandmate’s claims that he pulled out of a headline slot at V Festival 2009 due to a hangover, and that the band’s break up was partly due to an argument over Liam advertising his clothing line Pretty Green in a tour programme. Both accusations are denied, with legal action attempting to force a public apology.

A statement reads:

‘I have taken legal action against Noel Gallagher for statements he made claiming Oasis pulled out of the 2009 V Festival Chelmsford gig because I had a hangover. That is a lie and I want Oasis fans and others who were at V to know the truth. I was gutted when I couldn’t play the gig because I didn’t want to let the fans down.

But the truth is I had laryngitis, which Noel was made fully aware of that morning, diagnosed by a doctor. Noel also falsely stated the demise of Oasis followed a massive row in which he claimed I demanded to advertise my clothing range Pretty Green in the Oasis tour programme. The truth is there was no such discussion or row between us.

I am used to being called all sorts of things by Noel and I have in the past said things about him. But what Noel has alleged this time went way beyond rock-and-roll banter and questioned my professionalism. I tried to resolve this amicably but have been left with no choice but legal action. All I want is an apology.’