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The NFL sues rapper M.I.A. for $1.5 million

The 2012 Super Bowl halftime show featured Madonna and rapper M.I.A.Β  In an attention-grabbing move reminiscent of Janet Jackson’s infamous halftime wardrobe malfunction, M.I.A. β€œflipped off” the viewing public (see photo above). Β 

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The NFL alleges M.I.A. breached her contract with the NFL and is seeking $1.5 million in damages.Β  In the contract, M.I.A. acknowledges the goodwill and β€œwholesomeness” associated with the NFL and M.I.A. agreed to "ensure that all elements of [her] Performance, including without limitation [her] wardrobe, shall be consistent with such goodwill and reputation."

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M.I.A. was not paid for the performance.Β  The exposure of performing at halftime of the Super Bowl is thought compensation enough.Β 

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