politics
March 31, 2026
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over The Life of a Showgirl
Taylor Swift is facing a federal lawsuit over her album The Life of a Showgirl, accused of infringing on Las Vegas performer Maren Wade’s trademark for Confessions of a Showgirl.
TL;DR
- Taylor Swift is being sued for trademark infringement by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade.
- The lawsuit concerns Swift's album title, 'The Life of a Showgirl,' which Wade claims infringes on her trademark 'Confessions of a Showgirl.'
- Wade has used 'Confessions of a Showgirl' for a column, live show, and book since 2014 and holds a registered trademark from 2015.
- Wade argues the album's release has damaged her brand.
- The lawsuit notes Swift's previous trademark application for a similar title was denied.
- Swift recently described her album 'The Life of a Showgirl' as inspired by her Eras tour.
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