Trollsen Twins
In December of 2007, animal rights activist group the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) unveiled their "Trollsen Twins" advertising campaign. The campaign targeted former child stars the Olsen Twins (Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen) for wearing fur in addition to the use of fur in their fashion line.
Fast Facts
- Trollsen Twins appeared on a website, video, and billboard
- Campaign features the characters "Hairy-Kate" and "Trashley" Trollsen
- Website allows users to dress up the Trollsen Twins in fur as blood pools on the ground beneath them
- Video parodies Full House, the sitcom in which the Olsens made their acting debut
PETA Statement
"No-one would argue that Mary-Kate and Ashley could use some meat on their bones, but the last thing they need is hair on the backs"1
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