Grant alleges that the newspaper unlawfully gathered information and, along with Prince Harry, is suing News Group Newspapers (NGN) for extensive alleged illegal information gathering.
The 62-year-old star of "Love Actually" claims that journalists and private investigators working for NGN targeted him. Last month, he attended a hearing where his lawyer argued that the claims should proceed to trial. NGN, however, denies the allegations and sought to have both Grant's claim and Prince Harry's similar action dismissed, citing that they were filed too late.
High Court judge Timothy Fancourt ruled that Hugh Grant's claim could proceed to trial, excluding the claims related to phone hacking. In response to the ruling, Grant expressed his satisfaction in a statement released by his lawyers.
He said, "I am pleased that my case will be allowed to go to trial, which is what I have always wanted, because it is necessary for the truth to come out about the activities of The Sun. As my case clearly demonstrates, the allegations extend far beyond voicemail interception."
The trial is scheduled to take place in January of next year. A decision on whether Prince Harry's claim can proceed will be made at a later date. (Web Desk/AFP)
