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Taylor Swift is facing a legal challenge regarding her upcoming documentary, The Life of a Showgirl.
A background dancer, Sofia Moretti, filed a lawsuit on Monday, March 30, 2026, alleging that Taylor Swift used her personal life story and specific choreography without consent or compensation.
Sofia Moretti claims that the film’s narrative stems from private conversations and journals she inadvertently left in a shared dressing room during tour rehearsals.
The legal filing seeks $15 million in damages and a co-producer credit for Sofia Moretti.
According to the dancer, Taylor Swift personally promised to recognize her contributions but failed to do so once production began.
However Sofia Moretti argues that a central 12-minute sequence in the documentary, which explores the emotional toll of the entertainment industry, mirrors her own written reflections and unique experiences.
Attorneys for Taylor Swift have dismissed the claims as "completely meritless." The legal team describes the lawsuit as a transparent attempt to profit from the success of Taylor Swift.
They maintain that Taylor Swift has spent two decades in the public eye and draws from her own extensive career for the documentary's themes.
After all, they argue that the concepts of fame and professional burnout are not exclusive to any single individual.
Despite the ongoing litigation, Disney+ still plans to release The Life of a Showgirl globally this summer.
Taylor Swift continues to focus on the final European leg of her current tour while her representatives manage the court proceedings.
Sofia Moretti has stated she only seeks fair acknowledgment for her role in shaping the film’s creative direction.
