Bella Hadid says she regrets Adidas sneaker campaign that evoked 1972 Munich Olympics massacre

The controversy marks yet another instance in recent years in which Adidas has faced criticism for antisemitism related to its design choices and celebrity affiliations.

A campaign for Adidas features supermodel Bella Hadid wearing a reissue of sneakers from the 1972 Munich Olympics.

A campaign for Adidas features supermodel Bella Hadid wearing a reissue of sneakers from the 1972 Munich Olympics.

(photo credit: Photos courtesy of Adidas. Design by Jackie Hajdenberg)

ByJACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA

JULY 31, 2024 04:59

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