A Texas federal judge has dismissed a defamation lawsuit brought by a woman who claims to be the daughter of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. The woman, Alexandra Davis, accused Jones and two others of intentionally labeling her as an “extortionist” and a “shakedown artist.” The judge determined that some of the statements made about Davis in two ESPN articles were either true or not defamatory. Furthermore, the judge categorized Davis as a limited public figure and found that she failed to provide evidence of actual malice, which is a crucial element in defamation cases. However, Davis has the opportunity to revise her complaint and argue that the defendants acted with actual malice in one of the ESPN articles. Despite the dismissal, Davis’ ongoing lawsuit, which seeks to establish her as Jones’ daughter and claims that he paid her and created trusts to conceal their relationship, continues. This latest development signifies another chapter in the protracted and combative dispute that has entangled both the legal system and the media.