Dan Truong and My Tam are upset because their 'images were used to advertise milk'

In recent days, information and images of two singers promoting a functional nut milk to treat gout have been circulating on social media, attracting the attention of audiences. On the afternoon of April 15, Dan Truong said he was surprised when he received the information.

Not only Dan Truong, singer My Tam was upset that her image was edited. "In addition, I saw some other milk advertisements also used my image illegally," the artist said.

Both said they did not sign a contract with the brand and would report it to the authorities if the company did not remove the image. "If they continue to use the image, I plan to file a lawsuit. I want the matter to be resolved quickly, to avoid my audience or colleagues being tricked into buying the product," singer Dan Truong added.

My Tam and Dan Truong at a music night in Hanoi in March this year. Photo: Character provided

Previously, many artists said their photos and videos were edited to spread fake news on social media. In 2021, Miss H'Hen Niê had her image illegally used to advertise male enhancement pills. In 2023, artist Manh Cuong also had his image edited and his voice dubbed into a video advertising functional foods.

The Food Safety Department, Ministry of Health , has warned about many advertisements for functional foods that use images of doctors, artists, and singers to deceive consumers. Many tricks make users misunderstand the product's uses, even mistaking functional foods for medicine. According to the Director, the tricks are increasingly sophisticated, making it easy for users to fall into traps.

In addition, recently, the Food Safety Department sent a document to the Department of Radio, Television and Electronic Information, the Department of Grassroots Culture, requesting coordination in managing food advertising related to the situation of celebrities advertising falsely. Previously, Hang Du Muc, Quang Linh Vlogs Three people were arrested on charges of defrauding customers.

Dan Truong, 48 years old, is famous for many songs such as Cicada's Life, Unrequited Love and songs Chinese music with Vietnamese lyrics. He has received the "Most Favorite Singer" award from Lan Song Xanh seven times in a row. In 2013, the singer marry with businesswoman Thuy Tien - 10 years younger than him, living in the US. They announced divorce In mid-July 2021, after eight years of living together, they had a son named Thien Tu. He and his ex-wife maintained a friendly relationship to raise their child together.

My Tam, 44 years old, is famous for many hit songs. With more than 20 years of career, the singer has made her name domestically and internationally with many professional awards. In 2019, My Tam produced the film His assistant, Continuously releasing products including singles and soundtrack albums. Singers organize live shows soul mate Celebrating 20 years of singing in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi in April 2021 and November 2022 respectively. She introduced her first documentary The Time Keeper April 2023, use theater revenue for charity.

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