Artist Announces Intention To Sue Cardi B Over Her Marge Simpson Halloween Costume

Cardi B put on a cheeky display as Marge Simpson for Halloween.

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aleXsandro Palombo artist behind the Marge Simpson concept, said Cardi used his art without authorization.

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Cardi credited Thierry Mugler, the designer of the dress worn in the Marge Simpson artwork, but not the artist.

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Palombo said he contacted Cardi about the lack of authorization.

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His lawyer, Claudio Volpi, said there would be legal action if his request to be credited is not met.

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Palombo created the "Marge Simpson Style Icon" series in 2013

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The outfits in the art series, date back a century.

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Cardi was recently sued by Kevin Michael Brophy for using his tattoo.

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She won the lawsuit.

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