Celebrity names - worth it?

[seanh]

There is a recent thread here asking to buy celebrity names and quite a few domains being posted for sale.

Famous/celebrity names also occassionally pop up in the drop lists.

What's the position with copyright, trademarks etc?
I know a lot on here steer clear of obvious TM names but people names?

Is there a good market or not worth the hassle?
Cheers
Sean

 

[accelerator]

What's the position with copyright, trademarks etc?
I know a lot on here steer clear of obvious TM names but people names?

The position is that most celebrities have not taken out a trademark to protect themselves. However, top footballers have representatives that have started to arrange brand protection, i.e. trademarks, for them.

You'll find more posts on the subject if you search the forums.

Rgds