Katy Perry has emerged victorious in her legal dispute over the trademark of her name in Australia. Following an appeal to three judges, the pop star overturned an earlier court ruling that had favored Australian designer Katie Taylor, who operates her clothing line under her birth name, Katie Perry.
The judges ruled on Friday that Katy Perry had established her name as a trademark five years prior to Taylor launching her business, noting that by then, Perry had built an "international reputation" in the entertainment industry. This ruling also led to the cancellation of Taylor's trademark registration.
Taylor expressed her disappointment in the judgment, describing her case against Perry as akin to "David and Goliath." She shared her devastation with the Sydney Morning Herald following the decision. The appeals judges remarked on the unfortunate nature of the situation, acknowledging the hard work both women had poured into their respective businesses despite being unaware of each other's existence.
The court's opinion highlighted the journey of two determined women building their brands, however differing their paths may have been. Interestingly, one judge drew a parallel with one of Perry's well-known songs, suggesting, "This is a tale of two women, two teenage dreams and one name."
This decision arrives just as Katy Perry gears up for her upcoming Lifetimes world tour in early 2025, promoting her much-anticipated comeback album, 143, even as her recent single struggles on the charts.
The judges ruled on Friday that Katy Perry had established her name as a trademark five years prior to Taylor launching her business, noting that by then, Perry had built an "international reputation" in the entertainment industry. This ruling also led to the cancellation of Taylor's trademark registration.
Taylor expressed her disappointment in the judgment, describing her case against Perry as akin to "David and Goliath." She shared her devastation with the Sydney Morning Herald following the decision. The appeals judges remarked on the unfortunate nature of the situation, acknowledging the hard work both women had poured into their respective businesses despite being unaware of each other's existence.
The court's opinion highlighted the journey of two determined women building their brands, however differing their paths may have been. Interestingly, one judge drew a parallel with one of Perry's well-known songs, suggesting, "This is a tale of two women, two teenage dreams and one name."
This decision arrives just as Katy Perry gears up for her upcoming Lifetimes world tour in early 2025, promoting her much-anticipated comeback album, 143, even as her recent single struggles on the charts.
