PETA Pelts Lindsay Lohan
Marissa Brassfield — November 15, 2008 — Social Good
References: cbsnews & celebrity-gossip.net
Why do Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson look so miffed in these paparazzi photos from their visit to the VIP Room nightclub on Paris’ Champs-Elysees? Mere moments before stepping onto the red carpet, a PETA anti-fur activist dumped an entire bag of flour on Lohan for wearing fur, shouting, “Lindsay Lohan--Fur hag!”
The owner of the VIP Room helped Lindsay Lohan dust off her dress before walking the red carpet to be photographed. Predictably, PETA is unapologetic. A statement released by the activist group indicated that they had no qualms.
Lindsay Lohan was in Paris to support Samantha Ronson, who had a DJ gig at the VIP Room that evening.
The owner of the VIP Room helped Lindsay Lohan dust off her dress before walking the red carpet to be photographed. Predictably, PETA is unapologetic. A statement released by the activist group indicated that they had no qualms.
Lindsay Lohan was in Paris to support Samantha Ronson, who had a DJ gig at the VIP Room that evening.
Trend Themes
1. Anti-fur Activism - Activists are using creative and bold tactics to draw attention to the issue of fur in fashion, presenting opportunities for more humane and sustainable alternatives.
2. Celebrity Activism - Celebrities are increasingly using their platform to support social and political causes, presenting opportunities for brands to align with and support those causes.
3. Viral Activism - Activists are leveraging the power of social media and viral content to spread their message and garner support, presenting opportunities for brands to do the same.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry should explore more ethical and sustainable alternatives to fur, and work with celebrities and activists to promote those alternatives.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry should support and collaborate with celebrities who use their platform for activism, and consider incorporating social and political causes into their content.
3. Marketing - The marketing industry should examine the power of viral content and social media in promoting causes and consider incorporating those tactics into campaigns for socially responsible brands.
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