Alexander Wang's Ad Campaign Sparks Controversy with Celebrity Lookalikes
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Alexander Wang's new ad campaign featuring look-alikes of Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, and Kylie Jenner has sparked controversy for using the celebrities' likenesses without their consent. The campaign, promoting a purse called the "Ricco," has drawn criticism from fans and raised legal questions about the use of celebrity impersonators in marketing. Alexander Wang has not responded to requests for comment.
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