Singer Katy Perry’s representatives are attempting to stop an Australian fashion designer from trade-marking her clothing label with the brand name Katie Perry, according to a Reuters report.
The designer, who was born Katie Jane Perry, started her high-end Katie Perry loungewear label two years ago, according to Reuters. She initiated a trademark application in September 2008 and recently opened her first store in Sydney. But she was hit with a cease-and-desist order from reps of the recording artist, in an attempt to halt the “similar name” being used in connection with the clothing label.
The pop star’s label, EMI, sent the clothing designer a letter informing her of their artist’s intention to file for trademark protection in Australia. The artist, whose real name is Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, is very popular down under; her tune “I Kissed a Girl” peaked at number one, and she snagged best newcomer at the MTV Australia Awards in March
MusicVixen says...
How is Katy Perry (born Kathryn Hudson) suing someone for using the name Katie Perry-when it's their real name? That is ridiculous!
Chris says...
06.20.09 11:45 pm
Katy Perry the singer is actually called Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson but her stage name is Katy Perry - therefore the Australian fashion designer, Katie Perry should be able to use the name because it is HER real name!
Emily says...
06.23.09 11:31 am
You would think that since Katie Perry is her REAL name whereas Katy Perry is just a stage name for the singer that the designer would have rights to use her name for whatever purpose she deemed required it. Ridiculous…maybe Katy Perry should just skip the drama and call herself Katy Hudson.
Karen added...
Yeah, but then the actress Kate Hudson would get mad…
06.23.09 11:33 am
Juliana says...
06.23.09 11:58 am
I think this whole idea of Katy Perry wanting to sue Katie Perry is stupid. I mean, Katie Perry was obviously well established in the business before Katy Perry came about.