Billie Eilish Called out Nylon Germany for Putting Her Face on Their Latest Cover Without Her Consent
Billie Eilish is no stranger to magazine covers. Though she usually doesn’t wake up to find herself on the front of a mag that she was completely unaware of. But that’s exactly what Billie experienced when she caught wind of the latest cover of the German edition of NYLON Magazine, which the publication shared on Instagram today.
The edition of NYLON is focused on three “Digital Prodigies” who are “redefining the future of being a Teen Superstar." The released cover art, designed by Marcel C. Wilkens features Billie and internet star twins Lisa and Lena appearing as bald, shirtless fembot avatars in shades of pink and yellow. Billie, who was unaware of the cover’s existence and never granted the magazine permission to feature her, is rightfully upset that NYLON used a photoshopped image depicting the 17-year-old without her hair or a shirt on.
In response to the cover, Billie took to Instagram commenting on the magazine’s post directly by saying:
**"what the fuck is this shit.
i was never approached by nylon about this piece whatsoever. i did not know it was happening nor did anyone on my team.
this is not even a real picture of me.
i had absolutely no creative input.youre gonna make a picture of me shirtless?? thats not real?? at 17? and make it the cover???? even if the picture was supposed to look like some robot version of me... i did not consent in any way.
ANNNDDD YOU’RE GONNA REMOVE ALL MY FUCKIN HAIR?
booooooooooo to you🖕🏻"**
After seeing Billie's response and criticism from her fans, the magazine responded with a statement on Billie's Instagram post that said: “For this cover, it was never our intention to create a look that is confusing or insulting to Billie Eilish. It was only ever our intention to honor Billies impact and her work by creating this avatar which is part of a cover series highlighting the power of digital prodigy artists. This avatar is a piece of 3D artwork created in dedication to her achievements and the positive effect she has had on millions around the globe - including us.”
As of now the digital cover is still up on the magazine's Instagram account. And one thing is for sure, Billie and her fans are not happy.
Originally Appeared on Teen Vogue
