Gigi Hadid Is Reportedly Being Sued For Sharing A Paparazzi Photo
After posting a photo taken by a paparazzi, Gigi Hadid is now reportedly being sued by the photo agency that owns the picture. And she shared all about it on Instagram.
“Yesterday I heard from my management that I am being ‘legally pursued’ for my last (now deleted) Instagram post,” she stated. “I posed/smiled for the photo because I understand that is part of my job, this was an appropriate situation for ‘the press’ to attend and also that this is how paparazzi make a living … The photo is by a Paparazzi & is of me on the street outside an event last week. These people make money off us everyday, LEGALLY stalking us day in and day out.”
She also went on to explain how this could effect her fans, who often share photos of her randomly as well — not knowing the legal rights. Though Gigi may be facing a lawsuit, she has some support from fellow stars and supermodels.
“Well said sister! Thank you,” Bella Hadid said.
“So much yes. It’s a double standard I’ve never understood,” Ruby Rose wrote.
“We’re ‘public figures’ and it’s legal for them to invade our privacy,” Kylie Jenner added. “It’s pretty disappointing, we gotta change this.”
Read Gigi’s full statement below: