On Wednesday, July 2, famed actress Lindsay Lohan filed suit in a Manhattan court against Take-Two Interactive, the makers of the “Grand Theft Auto” videogame series. Lohan alleges that the latest game contains a character bearing her image and scandalous character.
The character, Lacey Jonas, from “Grand Theft Auto V,” is an in-game celebrity that players help along on missions. Lohan claims this character is a re-creation of her image, voice, and clothing-line styles. The game also features a mission where the character needs help fleeing paparazzi.
“Grand Theft Auto V” debuted in September of 2013 and sold over $800 million in its first day. Take-Two Interactive, and its subsidiary, Rockstar Games, declined comment as it is against company policy.
Lohan sues in NYC over ‘Grand Theft Auto V’ game
Lindsay Lohan sues makers of Grand Theft Auto for using her likeness in video game