In light of Conor McGregor's recent civil trial verdict where he was found liable for assault, the National Wax Museum Plus has removed his wax figure and various products associated with him from numerous retailers, reflecting shifting public sentiment and corporate responsibility.
Conor McGregor Wax Figure Removed Amid Serious Allegations
Conor McGregor Wax Figure Removed Amid Serious Allegations
National Wax Museum Plus reassesses its exhibits following civil trial verdict against MMA fighter.
The National Wax Museum Plus in Dublin has taken down its wax figure of mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor, following a jury verdict determining he assaulted Nikita Hand in December 2018. The removal occurred two weeks after the court's ruling, which also mandated McGregor to compensate Hand around €250,000 (£206,000).
In a statement, the museum clarified its commitment to family-friendly values. "As a family-friendly attraction, we regularly review our exhibits to ensure they align with our values and the expectations of our visitors," said a spokesperson. The wax figure, unveiled by McGregor's father in August 2017, had reportedly been popular with tourists, often appearing in their photographs from the museum.
Nikita Hand expressed hope that by speaking out, her experience might encourage others to pursue justice in similar situations. Since the verdict, several businesses have distanced themselves from McGregor, with Proximo Spirits disavowing the use of his name and image in marketing its whiskey brand, Proper No. Twelve, which he co-founded.
Other companies, including a Belfast bar, JD Wetherspoon, and grocery retailers like Tesco and Supervalu, have also removed McGregor's products from their offerings. This suggests a broader cultural shift toward accountability and consumer grasp of values that resonate with their customer base.
Meanwhile, a protest supporting Ms. Hand occurred in Dublin, highlighting public frustration over the lack of a criminal prosecution against McGregor. The Irish director of public prosecutions previously declared there was "insufficient evidence" for criminal charges. In response, outgoing Irish justice minister Helen McEntee emphasized the importance of maintaining an independent legal system.
As community sentiments evolve and calls for justice grow, the implications of this case touch on broader themes of accountability within celebrity culture and societal values.
In a statement, the museum clarified its commitment to family-friendly values. "As a family-friendly attraction, we regularly review our exhibits to ensure they align with our values and the expectations of our visitors," said a spokesperson. The wax figure, unveiled by McGregor's father in August 2017, had reportedly been popular with tourists, often appearing in their photographs from the museum.
Nikita Hand expressed hope that by speaking out, her experience might encourage others to pursue justice in similar situations. Since the verdict, several businesses have distanced themselves from McGregor, with Proximo Spirits disavowing the use of his name and image in marketing its whiskey brand, Proper No. Twelve, which he co-founded.
Other companies, including a Belfast bar, JD Wetherspoon, and grocery retailers like Tesco and Supervalu, have also removed McGregor's products from their offerings. This suggests a broader cultural shift toward accountability and consumer grasp of values that resonate with their customer base.
Meanwhile, a protest supporting Ms. Hand occurred in Dublin, highlighting public frustration over the lack of a criminal prosecution against McGregor. The Irish director of public prosecutions previously declared there was "insufficient evidence" for criminal charges. In response, outgoing Irish justice minister Helen McEntee emphasized the importance of maintaining an independent legal system.
As community sentiments evolve and calls for justice grow, the implications of this case touch on broader themes of accountability within celebrity culture and societal values.
