Nirvana Settles Longstanding Copyright Dispute with Marc Jacobs Over Iconic Smiley Face Logo
Los Angeles — A protracted copyright dispute between the iconic rock band Nirvana and fashion designer Marc Jacobs is nearing resolution. Both parties indicated a mutual settlement was agreed upon, court documents revealed Tuesday. The lawsuit, instigated by Nirvana LLC in 2018, contested Marc Jacobs’ use of a logo strikingly similar to Nirvana’s famed smiley face design, originally showcased in their 1991 “Smells Like Teen Spirit” merchandise. The contentious symbol was part of Jacobs’ Bootleg Redux Grunge collection. Nirvana LLC, which comprises former band members Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic, and representatives of Kurt Cobain’s estate, … Read more