Artist Sues FIFA for $25M Over Dallas Whale Mural Cover-Up
An iconic whale mural in downtown Dallas was painted over by FIFA and its partners without permission. The artist has filed a $25 million lawsuit alleging damage to his copyright and the artwork’s cultural significance.
He claims the removal was unauthorized and caused irreparable harm. The case brings attention to artistic rights amid World Cup preparations.
The outcome could influence how major sporting bodies engage with local communities.
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