Billie Eilish Blasts 'NYLON' For Sharing Unauthorized Topless Cover

By Paris Close

August 30, 2019

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Billie Eilish wants answers.

On Thursday (August 29), the "Bad Guy" musician slammed NYLON Germany for sharing an unauthorized photo of the singer appearing topless on the publication's new cover. The photoshopped image in question, which was unveiled on the magazine's Instagram account, depicts the star with no hair and shirtless.

The picture, revealed as part of NYLON Germany's "Digital Prodigies" editions, was allegedly published without Eilish's knowledge or consent — and she made these points known in her direct response to the post.

"What the f--k is this s--t," the "I Love You" artist started. "1. i was never approached by nylon about this piece whatsoever. i did not know it was happening nor did anyone on my team. 2. this is not even a real picture of me. i had absolutely no creative input."

"3. youre gonna make a picture of me shirtless?? thats not real?? at 17? and make it the cover????" she continued, adding, "Even if the picture was supposed to look like some robot version of me… i did not consent in any way. 4. ANNNDDD YOU’RE GONNA REMOVE ALL MY F--KIN HAIR? booooooooooo to you."

The magazine later edited their post with a response to Eilish's remarks, explaining their intention was never to "create a look that is confusing or insulting" but rather to "honor" the "Lovely" songbird's impact and work.

"This avatar is a piece of 3D artwork created in dedication to her achievements and the positive effect she has had on millions around the globe – including us," they concluded.

Despite Eilish's complaints, the post still remains.

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🌟 Welcome to the fucking full cover future 🌟@billieeilish is one of three cover stars for our new issue #8 on DIGITAL PRODIGIES, dropping this FRIDAY ⚡️⚡️⚡️ This issue is all different while still keeping our NYLON spirit alive: We asked fans to tell the stories of three digital prodigies who are redefining the future of being a Teen Superstar. What’s more: @madelame, @riconasty and @stefaniegiesinger talk transcending the Gen Z vibe and what encapsulates the struggle of growing up. Our conclusion? Nothing is impossible, which is why we‘re skiing in September and challenge 80s aerobic queens in contemporary fashion spreads. Plus: German-gone-US Pop prodigy @kimpetras sat down to give us her thoughts on everything from trans discrimination to making it big across the ocean. Are you as hyped as we are?? Tag who needs to see this & go grab a copy on newsstands on Friday 💕 Billie fembot designed & imagined by @e.memories, story by @_edditude_ & @robmic • • • EDIT ➡️ „To you, @billieeilish & your fans: For this cover, it was never our intention to create a look that is confusing or insulting to Billie Eilish. It was only ever our intention to honor Billies impact and her work by creating this avatar which is part of a cover series highlighting the power of digital prodigy artists. This avatar is a piece of 3D artwork created in dedication to her achievements and the positive effect she has had on millions around the globe - including us.“ • • • • • • • • • #billieeilish #cover #digitalcover #coverart #billie #eilish #wherearetheavocados #eilishfans #eyelashes #pirates #digitalprodigy #digitalart #virtualarts #artistsoninstagram #virtualgate #contemporaryart #billieeilishmusic #billieeilishvideo

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