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Cardi B absolved in racy mixtape artwork lawsuit

10/22/2022 5:29:00 AM

The federal jury in Southern California ruled Kevin Michael Brophy did not prove Cardi B misappropriated his likeness

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The federal jury in Southern California ruled Kevin Michael Brophy did not prove Cardi B misappropriated his likeness The federal jury in Southern California ruled Kevin Michael Brophy did not prove Cardi B misappropriated his likeness said she felt Brophy hadn’t suffered any consequences as a result of the artwork. She said Brophy has harassed her legally for five years — and even at one point said she missed the “first step” of her youngest child because of the trial.Cardi B delivered pointed answers to several of Cappello’s questions. The lawyer once asked her to calm down, but she sharply pushed back at his contention that she knew about the altered image. Their heated exchange prompted the judge to send jurors out of the Santa Ana, California, courtroom and told both sides that he was considering a mistrial. After a short break, he called the arguing “unprofessional” and “not productive” but allowed questioning to resume, then placed new restrictions for both sides. Read more:
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But I like her music and I hope she wins in court. Cardi B battles with lawyer in racy mixtape artwork caseCardi B had a heated exchange Wednesday with the lawyer of a man who alleges the rapper misused his likeness for her sexually suggestive mixtape cover art. Cardi B battles with lawyer in racy mixtape artwork caseSANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — Cardi B had a heated exchange Wednesday with the lawyer of a man who alleges the rapper misused his likeness for her sexually suggestive mixtape cover art. The Grammy winner battled with Kevin Michael Brophy’s lawyer, A. Poorly written article smh He should be happy she didn’t drug him before she robbed him. Memba when Cardi B admitted to drugging, robbing and sexually assaulting men? Cardi B battles with lawyer in racy mixtape artwork case in Santa AnaKevin Michael Brophy claims he was humiliated because of the racy artwork, which he says shows his tattoo. Cardi B said she felt Brophy hadn’t suffered any consequences as a result of the artwork.Haggis' defense eyes accuser's emails at rape lawsuit trial “At the end of the day, I do respect you as an artist,” Brophy said to Cardi B.The Grammy winner delivered pointed answers to several questions by attorney A.1 / 10 Invision Cardi B exits federal court as proceedings continue in a $5 million copyright infringement lawsuit against her in federal court, Wednesday, Oct. She said Brophy has harassed her legally for five years — and even at one point said she missed the “first step” of her youngest child because of the trial. Cardi B delivered pointed answers to several of Cappello’s questions. Barry Cappello, said photo-editing software was used to put the back tattoo, which has appeared in tattoo magazines, onto the male model featured on the mixtape cover. The lawyer once asked her to calm down, but she sharply pushed back at his contention that she knew about the altered image.S. Their heated exchange prompted the judge to send jurors out of the Santa Ana, California, courtroom and told both sides that he was considering a mistrial.S. After a short break, he called the arguing “unprofessional” and “not productive” but allowed questioning to resume, then placed new restrictions for both sides. The Grammy winner delivered pointed answers to several questions by attorney A. Cardi B said an artist used only a “small portion” of the tattoos without her knowledge. Cardi B said she felt Brophy hadn’t suffered any consequences as a result of the artwork. Kevin Michael Brophy is seeking $5 million from Cardi B over the appearance of some of his distinctive back tattoos on the mixtape's artwork, which shows a tattooed man from behind with his head between the rapper's legs. She had previously said the cover art — created by Timm Gooden — was transformative fair use of Brophy’s likeness. Cappello said Gooden was paid $50 to create a design, but was told to find another tattoo after he turned in an initial draft. Cardi B delivered pointed answers to several of Cappello’s questions. He said Gooden googled “back tattoos” before he found an image and pasted it on the cover. "I have empathy for people," she said. Cardi B’s lawyer, Peter Anderson, said Brophy and the mixtape image are unrelated, noting the model did not have neck tattoos — which Brophy does. ADVERTISEMENT Their heated exchange prompted the judge to send jurors out of the Santa Ana, California, courtroom and told both sides that he was considering a mistrial. After a break, he called the arguing “unprofessional” and “not productive” but allowed questioning to resume – placing new restrictions for both sides. “It’s not your client’s back,” Cardi B said about the image, which featured a Black model. Brophy is white. Cardi B said an artist used only a “small portion” of the tattoos without her knowledge. I missed my child's first step by being here. The rapper pointed out that she posted a photo of the “famous Canadian model” on her social media. “It’s not him,” she continued. Cappello said Gooden was paid $50 to create a design, but was told to find another tattoo after he turned in an initial draft. “To me, it doesn’t look like his back at all. 19, 2022, in Santa Ana, Calif. “I care about people. The tattoo was modified, which is protected by the First Amendment. ADVERTISEMENT Cardi B’s lawyer, Peter Anderson, said Brophy and the mixtape image are unrelated, noting the model did not have neck tattoos – which Brophy does.” Cardi B said the image hasn’t hindered Brophy’s employment with a popular surf and skate apparel brand or his ability to travel the world for opportunities. “He hasn’t gotten fired from his job,” said the rapper, who implied that the mixtape was not a lucrative one for her. Brophy is white. "It's not your client's back," she said about the image, which features a Black model. “He hasn’t gotten a divorce. How has he suffered? He’s still in a surf shop at this job. “It’s not him,” she continued. Capello asked her to calm down, but she instead barked back at the lawyer’s contention that she knew about photo-editing software used to put Brophy’s tattoos – which have been featured in magazines – on another model’s body. Please tell me how he’s suffered. Cardi B, whose real name is Belcalis Almanzar, said an artist used only a "small portion" of the tattoos without her knowledge.” Last month, Cardi B pleaded guilty to a criminal case stemming from a pair of brawls at New York City strip clubs that required her to perform 15 days of community service. The tattoo was modified, which is protected by the First Amendment. Earlier this year, the rapper was awarded $1.25 million in a defamation lawsuit against a celebrity news blogger who posted videos falsely stating she used cocaine, had contracted herpes and engaged in prostitution. “He hasn’t gotten fired from his job,” said the rapper, who implied that the mixtape was not a lucrative one for her. He said Gooden googled "back tattoos" before he found an image and pasted it on the cover. Associated Press . She had previously said the cover art – created by Timm Gooden — was transformative fair use of Brophy’s likeness.