Artist Trine Rein and her husband, Lars Monsen, are the focal point of a recent magazine cover published by Se og Hør, according to public social media posts and media reports. The cover features the text “Celebrities sound the alarm” alongside the headline “FAMILY IN NEW TICK NIGHTMARE” in capital letters, prompting Rein to issue a sharp public rebuttal on Facebook and Instagram denying the claims and citing a prolonged boycott of the publication.
Trine Rein Denies Tick Nightmare Claims on Social Media
According to artist Trine Rein, the claims printed on the latest front page of Se og Hør are completely fabricated. In her social media posts, Rein explicitly stated that neither she nor her husband are experiencing any new tick nightmare, nor have they participated in sounding any alarm. She characterized the publication’s front-page splash as pure clickbait and direct falsehoods.
“We all know what Se og Hør wants to achieve with this, it is pure clickbait. And direct LIES!” Rein wrote on social media, according to available documentation.
Recycled Imagery and 16-Year-Old Photos Used in the Spread
Rein pointed out that the magazine relied on an outdated photograph of the couple rather than fresh reporting. According to the artist, the image of her and Lars Monsen was captured nearly 16 years ago because the couple refuses to pose for the publication due to ongoing grievances.
“They use a picture of Lars and me that was taken for – let’s see – almost 16 years ago (for lack of newer pictures, because we don’t show up for that shit magazine anyway precisely for reasons like this!), and cook soup on a case that is over 14 years old, and present it as if it is a (scandalous) news item,” Rein stated in her online posts.
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Extended Boycott and Se og Hør’s Response to Criticism
The latest magazine dispute has deepened an already strained relationship between the couple and the media outlet. According to Rein, the article inside the publication addresses entirely unrelated topics while linking back to her family to drive single-copy sales. As a result, the artist confirmed that the couple is extending an ongoing boycott of the outlet.
“Congratulations Se og Hør, you have just managed to extend the boycott we have had since you cooked soup on another outdated case about our family,” Rein wrote.
Se og Hør Editor-in-Chief Niklas Kokkinn-Thoresen addressed the backlash in a text message to Nettavisen, confirming that the media outlet stands by its coverage while noting that Rein’s primary objection concerns photo usage rather than the underlying text. “We are used to criticism in Se og Hør and can handle it,” Kokkinn-Thoresen wrote in an SMS to Nettavisen, specifying that the critique targets the visual presentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Trine Rein criticize Se og Hør?
Trine Rein criticized the magazine for using an archived photograph from nearly 16 years ago and running a cover headline regarding a “tick nightmare” that she says is entirely untrue.
What did Se og Hør editor Niklas Kokkinn-Thoresen say in response?
According to an SMS sent to Nettavisen, editor Niklas Kokkinn-Thoresen stated that the publication is accustomed to criticism and can handle it, noting that the critique specifically addresses the image selection.
Are Trine Rein and Lars Monsen boycotting the publication?
Yes. According to Rein’s public statements, the couple has maintained a long-standing boycott of the magazine and has officially extended it following this recent cover story.
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