Madonna facing legal action over perfume logo
Madonna is facing legal action from an Australian artist who alleges the packaging for her debut perfume ripped off his trademarked logo.
The Holiday hitmaker launched Truth or Dare in New York last month (Apr12), but RJ Williams is upset that the 'M' symbol on her scent bottle and cardboard sleeve resembles his own artwork.
Williams claims he trademarked the logo, which he is said to have
used on clothing for eight years, in 2011 and he is taking legal
action over what he alleges is a breach of copyright.
He tells Australia's The Sunday Telegraph, "Friends from all over
the world have been calling me upon seeing the Truth or Dare by
Madonna campaign to express their disgust and support.
"It's about my integrity as an artist. I do not think it should be
able to be used by a giant cosmetics company."
Williams claims he has sent a legal letter to Madonna's agent, Guy
Oseary, requesting the star immediately stop infringing his
copyright. He has also asked to be provided with all profits made
so far and enter into a license with him for future use of the
symbol.