The company that owns the late artist Bob Ross’ trademark and publicity rights settled its lawsuit in a federal Virginia court accusing clothing retailer Zumiez Inc. and streetwear brand Rip N Dip Inc. of using his likeness and his “beautiful mountain” design without permission.
Bob Ross Inc., which was co-founded by Ross during his lifetime, sued Zumiez and Rip N Dip in 2020. The complaint alleged Zumiez sells Rip N Dip t-shirts and air fresheners that unlawfully feature Ross “in his signature permed afro and button-down shirt, painting a mountain landscape stylized to include a cat’s face on the face ...
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