Dua Lipa Sues Samsung for $15M Over Unauthorized Use of Her Image on TV Boxes
Dua Lipa has filed a lawsuit against Samsung, aiming for $15 million, as she alleges the company used her image on their packaging without permission or payment. This legal filing was made on Friday in California’s Central District. According to the lawsuit, Samsung started displaying her likeness on boxes last year. When Lipa asked them to stop, they reportedly brushed off her request. The suit claims she owns the copyright to a photo taken at the Austin City Limits Festival in 2024, alleging copyright infringement and violations of California’s publicity rights and trademarks. The complaint highlights that customers mistakenly believed Lipa endorsed Samsung's products. Known for her selective endorsements, Lipa has built a strong brand. Samsung hasn’t commented yet.
Key facts
- Dua Lipa filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung.
- Samsung used Lipa's image on TV packaging without permission or payment.
- The complaint was filed on Friday in the Central District of California.
- The photograph was taken backstage at the Austin City Limits Festival in 2024.
- Lipa owns the copyright to the photograph.
- Samsung allegedly refused to stop using the image after Lipa demanded it.
- The suit includes claims for copyright violation, right of publicity, Lanham Act, and trademark.
- Samsung has not commented on the lawsuit.
Entities
Artists
- Dua Lipa
Institutions
- Samsung
- Central District of California
Locations
- Austin City Limits Festival
- California