June 17, 2024
READ: Aussies Turn Against Robert Irwin After He Threatened To Sue One Nation Over 'Defamatory' Video: 'Snowflake'
Robert Irwin is facing criticism after threatening legal action against a satirical cartoon produced by Pauline Hanson's One Nation, which featured him and the popular character Bluey. The video, part of the "Please Explain" series, mocks the Queensland government using Irwin and Bluey as the faces of a new tourism campaign. Irwin's lawyers sent a cease and desisted letter to StepMates Studios, the creators of the cartoon, which has sparked a divided response from the public. Some Australians have labeled Irwin as a "sook" who needs to "lighten up," while others have defended him against Hanson’s controversial satire. Hanson insists the cartoon is harmless and questions how it could defame Irwin. The Queensland government has also criticized the video for its divisive nature. Irwin's legal team argues that the cartoon misrepresents his image and values, demanding its removal from all platforms by Monday, with potential escalation to the Federal Court if not complied with.
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