Main points
- Jared Leto has filed for trademark registration in Russia for the sale of clothing, footwear, and entertainment services.
- His position on the war caused outrage among Ukrainian audiences, especially after his remarks at a concert in Serbia.
Jared Leto / Photo from Jared Leto's Instagram
American singer and actor Jared Leto has sought to register a trademark in the aggressor country of Russia. This is not the first time that the founder of the band Thirty Seconds to Mars has questioned his position on the war.
Jared Leto has filed for trademark registration under his own name – Jared Leto. This is reported by the Russian propaganda outlet RIA Novosti.
The actor and singer filed the relevant documents in March of this year. He plans to sell clothing, shoes, and hats under his brand.
The brand is planned to be registered in another class: entertainment services. This includes musical production, concerts, performances, and film development.
It should be noted that last year, Jared Leto did not hide his friendship with Russians. On his page, he boasted about a photo from the BAFTA Awards with Russian actors Yuri Borisov and Mark Eidelstein.
What is known about Jared Leto's position?
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At the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Jared Leto supported the Ukrainian people and spoke out for peace. He once conducted a live broadcast during which he performed the song “Ah, Odesa”. He also participated in charity events where funds were raised for Ukrainians.
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On October 11, 2024, Jared Leto performed in Serbia, where there were many Russians. The singer said that he “felt a lot of Russian energy” and called Russia's war against Ukraine “these problems.” He hoped that after it was over, he would be able to perform in Kyiv, Moscow, and St. Petersburg.
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This outraged the Ukrainian audience. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry emphasized that Russia has one “problem” – the existence of our country. Leto's words were called an insult to defenders who fight for freedom at the cost of their own lives.