Mike Tyson’s legal representatives have accused the streetwear brand Supreme of breaching contract after it altered an approved design for a collaborative hoodie, which included a Palestinian flag that was not part of the original artwork.
The hoodie, part of a collection with designer Martine Rose, was pulled from stores after social media users flagged the inclusion of the Palestinian flag in the graphic. The design was inspired by a vintage Mike Tyson jacket that originally featured the Israeli flag, leading to accusations that Supreme made an unauthorized change that Tyson’s team says has embroiled the boxer in a political controversy.
In a statement provided to Rolling Stone, Mitchell Schuster of Meister Seelig & Schuster, representing Tyson, emphasized that the collaboration was intended to honor Tyson’s boxing legacy. “His team approved artwork inspired by his iconic Jeff Hamilton jacket solely to celebrate boxing history,” the statement read. “Without authorization, Supreme altered the approved design, embroiling Mr. Tyson in an unrelated political crisis. This modification constitutes a material breach of contract.”
Tyson’s legal counsel has announced plans to take action to protect his name, likeness, and legacy, citing Supreme’s failure to respond to repeated demands. Representatives for Supreme did not respond to requests for comment at the time of publication.
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