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High Court Upholds Taylor's Trademark Amid Perry's Controversy

3/14/2026

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On March 11, the High Court in Australia ruled for designer Katie Jane Taylor, allowing her to keep the 'Katy Perry' trademark.
The 17-year dispute began in 2009 when Katy Perry's team sent Taylor a cease-and-desist letter.
The ruling confirms Taylor retains the mark, but questions remain about Perry selling merchandise on future tours.
Perry faced backlash for responding insensitively to a struggling fan, while Taylor highlighted small-business implications.

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On March 11, the High Court in Australia ruled for designer Katie Jane Taylor, allowing her to keep the 'Katy Perry' trademark.
The 17-year dispute began in 2009 when Katy Perry's team sent Taylor a cease-and-desist letter.
The ruling confirms Taylor retains the mark, but questions remain about Perry selling merchandise on future tours.
Perry faced backlash for responding insensitively to a struggling fan, while Taylor highlighted small-business implications.