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Singer Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, alleging the company used her image on television packaging without permission or payment. The lawsuit, filed in California, claims copyright infringement, trademark infringement, and violation of her right of publicity. Samsung has not yet responded to the complaint.
Facts First
- Dua Lipa filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung in the US District Court for the Central District of California.
- The complaint alleges Samsung used Lipa's image on the cardboard packaging of its televisions beginning in 2023 without her permission or payment.
- Lipa owns the copyright to the photograph titled 'Dua Lipa - Backstage at Austin City Limits, 2024' that was used.
- The lawsuit includes multiple legal claims for copyright violation, violation of California's right of publicity statute, and federal trademark claims under the Lanham Act.
- Lipa demanded Samsung stop using her image after becoming aware of its use, according to the lawsuit.
What Happened
Dua Lipa filed a lawsuit against Samsung on Friday in the US District Court for the Central District of California. The complaint alleges that Samsung mass-manufactured, distributed, marketed, and sold televisions in cardboard boxes containing Lipa's image without her permission or payment. Lipa claims ownership of the copyright to the photograph used, which was taken backstage at the Austin City Limits Festival in 2024. The lawsuit states that Lipa demanded Samsung stop using her image after becoming aware of its use.
Why this Matters to You
This case highlights how your likeness and creative work are legally protected assets. If a company uses a celebrity's image to sell products without consent, it may influence your purchasing decisions; the lawsuit quotes social media comments suggesting the image motivated some consumers to buy the televisions. A ruling in this case could reinforce the legal boundaries for how brands use individuals' images in marketing, potentially affecting future advertising you see.
What's Next
The lawsuit will proceed through the US District Court for the Central District of California. Samsung may file a formal response to the allegations; the company did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the filing. The court will likely schedule hearings to address the claims of copyright infringement, trademark infringement, and violation of the right of publicity.