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Courtney Smith “Saddened By The Vindictive Falsehoods Her Estranged Mother Is Making,” Per Statement From Attorney

In a statement released by her attorney on Thursday, Courtney Smith disputed claims that her mother, Tina Carano, made against her over the past week.

"Courtney is saddened by the vindictive falsehoods her estranged mother is making," Julia Leveridge's statement reads. "They not only hurt her daughter but her grandchildren as well. These allegations will be dealt with at the right time and in the appropriate venue. In the meantime, Ms. Smith is committed to taking the high road and is anxious to share the truth after the litigation has concluded."

Courtney's mother, Tina Carano, told Jeff Snook in an interview on Monday that she believed Courtney was lying about domestic violence allegations she made against her ex-husband, former Ohio State wide receivers coach Zach Smith, and that she was trying to take him down.