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Maren Wade Sues Taylor Swift Over Showgirl Title Trademark

4/2/2026

Summary

Story summary

Maren Wade, a performer known as Maren Flagg, filed a trademark lawsuit against Taylor Swift on March 30, 2026, over 'The Life of a Showgirl'.
Wade contends Swift's title infringes her trademark 'Confessions of a Showgirl' and targets same audience.
The United States Patent and Trademark Office denied Swift's trademark application for similarity to Wade's mark.
Wade seeks an injunction to stop Swift from using the title and damages.

History

Historical Context

The Lanham Act, enacted on July 5, 1946, established federal trademark law in the U.S., allowing for trademark registration and protection. This legislation addressed the inadequacies of state-level trademark laws and has evolved through amendments, including the Trademark Counterfeiting Act of 1984. Current disputes, such as Maren Wade's lawsuit against Taylor Swift, highlight ongoing challenges in trademark rights within the entertainment industry.

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Story summary

Maren Wade, a performer known as Maren Flagg, filed a trademark lawsuit against Taylor Swift on March 30, 2026, over 'The Life of a Showgirl'.
Wade contends Swift's title infringes her trademark 'Confessions of a Showgirl' and targets same audience.
The United States Patent and Trademark Office denied Swift's trademark application for similarity to Wade's mark.
Wade seeks an injunction to stop Swift from using the title and damages.

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