Bella Hadid

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Adidas Faces Backlash: Bella Hadid Dropped from Campaign Amid Israeli Criticism

1972 Munich Olympics - Adidas - Bella Hadid - Celebrity endorsements - Israeli-Palestinian conflict - Social media influence

Adidas pulls Bella Hadid from ad campaign after Israeli criticism. Find out more about the controversy here!

Adidas recently found itself in hot water as it faced severe backlash over its decision to feature Bella Hadid in a campaign promoting shoes tied to the 1972 Munich Olympics, a tragic event where 11 Israeli team members were killed in a terror attack. The sportswear giant had to backtrack and remove Bella Hadid from the ad campaign due to intense criticism from various groups. This move sparked a heated debate on social media and raised discussions regarding political affiliations in the fashion industry.

The controversy escalated when pro-Israel groups accused Adidas of antisemitism for collaborating with Bella Hadid, known for her vocal pro-Palestinian views. The brand was quick to issue an apology and stated that they are 'revising' the campaign, emphasizing the need for sensitivity and inclusivity in their marketing strategies. This incident sheds light on the intersection of politics and fashion and the impact of celebrity endorsements on global brands' reputations.

In a surprising turn of events, it was revealed that the retro sneakers featured in the campaign were originally designed for the 1972 Munich Olympics, where the tragic attack took place. This historical context added a layer of complexity to the situation, highlighting the importance of cultural awareness in collaborations. As the dust settles on this controversy, the fashion industry is left contemplating the consequences of associating with public figures tied to sensitive political issues.

Overall, the Adidas-Bella Hadid controversy serves as a reminder of the power dynamics at play in the world of fashion and the necessity for brands to navigate challenging political landscapes with caution. The incident also underscores the influence of social media in holding companies accountable for their actions, signaling a shift towards transparency and accountability in the industry.

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Adidas pulls Bella Hadid from campaign after Israeli criticism (Financial Times)

Model was promoting shoes linked with 1972 Olympics during which 11 Israeli team members were killed in terror attack.

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Adidas removes Bella Hadid from ad campaign after criticism from ... (The Guardian)

Company says it is 'revising' work for shoe designed for 1972 Munich Olympics, where 11 Israelis were killed by Palestinian terrorists.

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Adidas drops Bella Hadid from campaign over Gaza controversy (Al-Monitor)

Adidas said Friday it had dropped vocal pro-Palestinian model Bella Hadid from an advertising campaign for retro sneakers referencing the 1972 Munich ...

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Adidas apologises for collab with Bella Hadid on 1972 Olympics shoe (Jewish Chronicle)

The cult shoe was originally designed for runners in the Munich Olympics, where 11 Israeli athletes and coaches were killed by Palestinian terrorist group Black ...

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Adidas apologizes for featuring Bella Hadid in 1972 Munich ... (NBC 10 Philadelphia)

Hadid is vocal about her pro-Palestinian views, and the Munich Olympics — where the SL 72 shoe was originally launched — saw a terrorist attack by a...

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Adidas 'revises' campaign with Bella Hadid after Israel backlash (The New Arab)

The sportswear giant featured the model and four other celebrities and athletes as part of its campaign for the trainers' relaunch, angering Israel.

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Bella Hadid Adidas Sneaker Controversy, Explained (The Cut)

Adidas is 'revising' its campaign featuring Bella Hadid and 1972 sneakers after pro-Israel groups accused the brand of antisemitism.

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Adidas drops Bella Hadid from campaign referencing 1972 Munich ... (Aljazeera.com)

Hadid, who is half-Palestinian, has been vocal in her support for Palestinian rights and an end to Israel's war on Gaza.

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Adidas cuts Bella Hadid from retro ad campaign after backlash (Los Angeles Times)

Adidas removes Bella Hadid from an ad campaign and apologizes after backlash over the pro-Palestinian model's role in promoting shoes tied to 1972 Munich ...

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Supermodel Bella Hadid's Adidas campaign pulled after being ... (Sky News)

Hadid was modelling a shoe first created for athletes in the 1972 Munich Olympics, during which Palestinian terrorists killed 11 Israeli athletes and a ...

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Adidas Apologizes for Bella Hadid Ad Campaign Referencing 1972 ... (E! Online)

Adidas has issued an apology over a controversial ad campaign featuring Bella Hadid that commemorated the 1972 Munich Olympics.

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Adidas drops Bella Hadid from campaign for 1972 Munich Olympics ... (The Times of Israel)

Move follows outcry over having Palestinian activist as face of shoe first unveiled at games that were overshadowed by massacre of 11 Israeli athletes by ...

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Adidas Removes Bella Hadid From Campaign Following Criticism ... (Deadline)

Hadid, who has Palestinian roots, was previously slammed by the Israeli government for allegedly chanting the slogan “From the river to the sea, Palestine will ...

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Bella Hadid's Adidas advert dropped after Israeli criticism (BBC News)

The model was chosen to promote shoes referencing the 1972 Munich Olympics, at which 11 Israeli athletes were killed.

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Adidas pulls Bella Hadid ad from campaign linked to 1972 Munich ... (CBS News)

The German-based sportswear company drew criticism from Israel for including supermodel Bella Hadid in the advertising for the SL72 shoes.

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Adidas apologizes for Bella Hadid shoe ad following criticism from ... (NBC News)

Adidas apologized for featuring model Bella Hadid in campaign ads for its SL72 shoes, which were first released for the 1972 Munich Olympics, ...

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Bella Hadid and the cost celebrities pay for backing Palestinians (Firstpost)

US model Bella Hadid, whose family has roots in Palestine, was dropped by Adidas from its advertising campaign after objection by Israel, which accused her ...

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After criticism from Israel, Adidas “revises” sneaker campaign with ... (Euronews)

Israel in Germany's official account on X objected to Hadid as “the face of their campaign” in a post on Thursday, which noted that “eleven Israelis were ...

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Adidas Cancels Bella Hadid - Supermodel Axed over Palestine ... (Palestine Chronicle)

The German apparel company Adidas has dropped supermodel Bella Hadid from an advertising campaign that drew criticism from Israel.

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