Dua Lipa takes Samsung to court in $15m TV box lawsuit
Dua Lipa is suing Samsung Electronics for $15 million for using her image on TV packaging without permission.Summary
Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung Electronics, alleging the company used her image on television packaging without authorization or compensation. The lawsuit claims the image was used without Lipa's knowledge or consent as part of a mass-market marketing campaign, creating the false impression that she endorsed Samsung products. The complaint states that the image was taken backstage at the 2024 Austin City Limits Festival and is owned by Lipa. The suit alleges Samsung refused requests to stop using the image and profited from the appearance of celebrity endorsement despite no partnership existing between the company and the artist. The complaint includes allegations of copyright infringement, trademark infringement, violation of California publicity rights law, and violations of the federal Lanham Act.
(Source：The Korea Herald)