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Grand Theft Auto VI: Are Rockstar Games in Trouble Again?

Grand Theft Auto VI is already stirring up controversy due to allegations of stolen likenesses.

The Controversy

Rockstar Games, the studio behind Grand Theft Auto, is facing accusations of using the likeness of real-life individuals without permission.

The latest controversy involves a man named Lawrence “Florida Joker” Sullivan, who claims that a character in the newly-released Grand Theft Auto VI trailer bears a striking resemblance to him.

Sullivan has gone as far as to demand $2 million from Rockstar Games for the alleged unauthorized use of his likeness.

A History of Legal Disputes

This is not the first time Rockstar Games has faced accusations of using the likeness of real people without permission. In the past, celebrities, such as Lindsay Lohan, have taken legal action against the studio with little success.

Actor Roger Clark, known for his role as Arthur Morgan in Red Dead Redemption 2, has advised Sullivan to reconsider his approach, pointing out that Rockstar Games is well-prepared to defend against such claims.

Rockstar’s Use of Parody

Rockstar Games has a history of using parody in their games, including the Grand Theft Auto series. Their legal team is experienced in navigating these types of claims, suggesting that Sullivan’s chances of success may be slim.

While the outcome of Sullivan’s claims remains uncertain, history has shown that similar attempts have not been successful in the past.

Source : comicbook.com