JLo and her (unrequited) love for other people’s photos
It seems that Jennifer Lopez has a hidden talent in addition to singing, acting and maintaining an enviable physique at 54 years old: collecting lawsuits for using paparazzi photos without paying. The star, who apparently believes that copyright rules are just suggestions, is back in court for the same move that already got him in trouble in 2019. Did he learn his lesson? Clearly not.
The detail that JLo forgot: paying for the photos
According to Billboard, the diva published on her social networks two images taken by photographer Edwin Blanco and the agency BackGrid USA during a party prior to the Golden Globes. The problem? There wasn’t a cent involved. Blanco and BackGrid, who obviously do not work for the love of art, filed a lawsuit alleging that JLo used the photos to self-promote and highlight her fashion designers. Wow, what a surprise: a celebrity using his image for personal gain.
The plaintiffs’ lawyer, Peter Perkowski, does not mince words: “The unauthorized use is commercial in nature.” Translation: JLo didn’t post those photos to make a scrapbook, but so everyone could see her faux fur coat and jewelry. As if that were not enough, his team promised to pay but, oh coincidence, they never did. Did someone say bad faith?
History repeated: legal deja vu?
This already happened in 2019, when Lopez was sued for publishing a photo with her then-boyfriend Alex Rodriguez without permission. That case was filed, but with a warning: reoffending would be a sign of “intentional contempt.” And here we are, five years later, with JLo doing the exact same thing. Could it be that you think the laws don’t apply to stars? Or maybe he thinks that, like in his movies, everything is resolved with a happy ending and a song.
Now, Blanco and BackGrid are seeking 150 thousand dollars for each image, because apparently an apology on Instagram is not enough. Meanwhile, Lopez’s team remains silent, probably busy looking for another free photo for their next post. Unsolicited advice? Maybe they should hire a legal advisor… or at least an accountant.
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