Lina Iris Viktor Accuses Kendrick Lamar of Copyright Infringement in 'All the Stars' Music Video

British-Liberian artist Lina Iris Viktor has alleged that Kendrick Lamar used her artwork without permission in his music video for 'All the Stars,' a track from the Black Panther soundtrack. According to The New York Times, Viktor's lawyer sent a letter to Lamar's representatives claiming copyright violation of her gold-on-black patterns from the Constellations series (2016–17). The letter asserts that the video incorporates both the distinctive visual style and specific copyrightable elements of her work. Viktor had previously refused a request from Marvel Studios to use her art. She is seeking a public apology and a license fee to resolve the dispute. The song features Lamar and SZA and appears in the highly anticipated superhero film. The incident was reported on February 12, 2018.