Gwyneth Paltrow Tods

August 19, 2008: Actress Gwyneth Paltrow has signed on to endorse the new fur collection for French designer, Tod's. Paltrow is depicted in fox fur and fur-lined boots in the designer's latest ad campaign.¹

Fast Facts

Tod's uses animal fur and skins in their products¹
Patrow's fur campaign has outraged animal activists²
Paltrow is married to Chris Martin who is a vegetarian²
Paltrow is also close friends with animal activist Stella McCartney²
It is speculated that Paltrow's new campaign will affect her relationship with McCartney¹
Respect for Animals director, Mark Glover, stated that Paltrow "should be ashamed"²

Quotes

"Gwyneth Paltrow should be ashamed. I can only assume that Paltrow either is ignorant of the facts or lacks human decency and compassion."—Mark Glover, director of Respect for Animals¹

"We've written to her many times, and sent her videos showing how animals suffer for fur, but have never received a response. Apparently her beauty really is only skin deep. Gwyneth Paltrow won't be the apple of her daughter's eye if she continues to flaunt fur. It's a terrible example to set for a young child."—PETA spokesperson¹

"Animal rights groups are entitled to their opinion but many people do not share this opinion and it is certainly not reflected in the rising global demand for fur. Regrettably, not everyone understands the difference between animal welfare, which has the full commitment of our sector, and animal rights, which seeks to ban every animal use by man, whether for food, medical or scientific research, clothing or companionship."—The British Fur Trade Association spokesperson¹

Gwyneth Paltrow Fast Facts

Born: September 27, 1972
Birthplace: Santa Monica, California
Full name: Gwyneth Kate Paltrow
Notable roles: Catherine in Proof and Dora in The Good Night
Spouse: Chris Martin
Children: Apple Blythe Alison Martin and Moses Bruce Anthony Martin

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