From Rolling Stone · Jeff Ihaza · · 40s
Mike Tyson Accuses Supreme of Breaching Contract
Mike Tyson claims Supreme violated contract by adding Palestinian flag to hoodie design.
In brief
Mike Tyson claims Supreme violated contract by adding Palestinian flag to hoodie design. Mike Tyson's legal team says Supreme breached contract by altering his approved hoodie design to include Palestinian flag. Originally reported by Rolling Stone.
Hoodie Design Change
A hoodie from streetwear brand Supreme featuring Mike Tyson encircled by national flags was pulled from stores after Palestinian flag appeared in the graphic.
Collaboration Announcement
The piece was originally announced as part of a collection made in collaboration with designer Martine Rose, but the Palestinian flag replaced an Israeli flag in the vintage design.
Legal Statement
Tyson’s legal team says Supreme altered the approved design without authorization, breaching contract and causing a political crisis.
“Mike Tyson collaborated with Supreme and Martine Rose on a collection honoring his boxing legacy. His team approved artwork inspired by his iconic Jeff Hamilton jacket solely to celebrate boxing history.”
What to remember
Mike Tyson's legal team says Supreme breached contract by altering his approved hoodie design to include Palestinian flag.
