Conor McGregor Waxwork Removed Amid Civil Trial Verdict

Fri Jul 11 2025 09:04:46 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Conor McGregor Waxwork Removed Amid Civil Trial Verdict

The National Wax Museum Plus in Dublin has taken down its wax figure of MMA fighter Conor McGregor following a civil court ruling against him.


In a move reflecting ongoing societal values, the National Wax Museum Plus in Dublin recently removed a wax figure of Conor McGregor two weeks post-verdict from a civil rape case. In this case, a jury found McGregor liable for assaulting Nikita Hand and ordered him to pay damages of nearly €250,000. The museum communicated its commitment to regularly update exhibits in alignment with visitor expectations, emphasizing family-friendliness. Notably, the fighter's statue was popular among tourists; however, after the verdict, several businesses announced they would discontinue the sale of products tied to McGregor. This decision follows a recent public demonstration advocating for Ms. Hand and addressing perceived shortcomings in the legal response to her allegations.

The wax figure removal aligns with a broader reconsideration of public figures in light of serious accusations. The National Wax Museum Plus cited its family-friendly policies in the decision to remove the waxwork, underscoring its duty to ensure exhibits correspond to visitor values. Conor McGregor's popularity as a sports figure contrasted sharply with the serious nature of the jury's findings. Following the verdict, various companies, including supermarkets like Tesco and bar chains, stated they would withdraw McGregor-associated products, reflecting consumer sentiment against endorsing figures implicated in assault cases.

Activism surrounding the case intensified, with a march held in Dublin supporting Ms. Hand, highlighting public demand for accountability and justice regarding allegations against known personalities. Legal perspectives further complicate the narrative, as the Director of Public Prosecutions previously declined to pursue criminal charges against McGregor due to insufficient evidence, prompting calls from Ms. Hand for a review of the decision. The outgoing Irish Justice Minister emphasized the importance of maintaining an independent legal system, underscoring the complexities at the intersection of celebrity, legal accountability, and public morality.

In summary, the removal of McGregor's wax figure signals a shift in how society engages with controversial figures and the implications of their personal conduct on their public persona.

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