Ariana Grande is reportedly suing fashion giant Forever 21 for allegedly using her likeness to sell clothing and accessories.
The Break Up With Your Girlfriend singer is seeking 10 million dollars from the brand for allegedly using a lookalike model and styling a campaign to resemble her 7 Rings music video.
According to lawsuit documents acquired by The Hollywood Reporter, the brand previously contacted the singer regarding a collaboration, but it “never came to fruition because the amounts that Forever 21 offered to pay for the right to use Ms. Grande’s name and likeness were insufficient for an artist of her stature.”
The document highlights that Ariana is regularly sought after for brand endorsements, but is selective about who she works with.
The legal document states that the campaign imagery posted to social media by the included lyrics from one of Ariana’s songs.
A spokesman for Forever 21 told The Hollywood Reporter that the could not comment on the legal proceedings, but said:
“While we dispute the allegations, we are huge supporters of Ariana Grande and have worked with her licensing company over the past two years.”
“We are hopeful that we will find a mutually agreeable resolution and can continue to work together in the future.”
