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Universal Clears Minions Music for Spanish Skater’s Olympic Routine

Universal reversed an earlier denial following a burst of online support.

Overview

  • Tomàs-Llorenç Guarino Sabaté said he submitted the track through the ISU ClicknClear system in August but learned last week that clearance was denied.
  • The short program features Juan Alcaraz’s "Papaya (Vaya Papayas)," which interpolates Minion voices tied to Universal’s Despicable Me franchise.
  • After his post drew widespread attention, Universal and Illumination granted a one-time permission for the Olympic performance.
  • He noted that a few licensing details for other pieces in his program still need to be finalized even as the Minions routine returns.
  • The men’s short program in Milan begins 10 February, ending the need for his Bee Gees backup for that segment.