Samsung made a “mockery” of Dua Lipa by putting her picture on TV boxes, lawsuit says
Summary
Dua Lipa has sued Samsung for using her photo on TV boxes without permission. She claims this use violates her rights and has damaged her ability to control and earn from her image.Key Facts
- Dua Lipa filed a lawsuit in a California federal court against Samsung.
- The suit alleges copyright and trademark infringement and misuse of her image.
- The photo used is titled “Dua Lipa – Backstage at Austin City Limits, 2024.”
- Samsung used the image on many TV boxes sold across the US in 2025 and beyond.
- Lipa asked Samsung to stop using the image after finding out in June 2025, but they did not comply.
- Online posts suggest Lipa’s image influenced some people to buy Samsung TVs.
- Lipa seeks at least $15 million in damages and a court order to stop Samsung from using her image.
- Samsung has not publicly responded to the lawsuit because it is ongoing.
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