Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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1998
Proposed Princess Diana likeness
Hasbro expressed interest in producing a Sindy resembling Princess Diana. The Princess's Memorial Fund rejected the request at that time, amid concerns about commercial sensitivity following Diana's death.
1992
Sindy-Barbie copyright litigation
Mattel challenged Hasbro's redesigned Sindy after arguing that the doll's appearance was too similar to Barbie. A French court found infringement, and the dispute was settled when Hasbro agreed to remodel Sindy's face and Mattel dropped outstanding related claims.