British retail giants Marks And Spencer (M&S) insist they did not axe Bryan Ferry over his controversial statements regarding the Nazi regime - he had already completed his existing modeling contract. Ferry was recently quoted praising the work of propaganda filmmaker Leni Riefenstahl telling German publication Welt am Sonntag, "My God, the Nazis knew how to put themselves in the limelight and present themselves.

"Leni Riefenstahl's movies and Albert Speer's buildings and the mass parades and the flags - just amazing. Really beautiful."

However, the retail chain - which was founded and owned by Jewish immigrant Michael Marks - is adamant Ferry was not sacked as a spokes model for their clothing campaign, but bosses have admitted it is doubtful they will use him in further advertisements.

A statement from the company reads, "While we are still planning our autumn advertising campaign, it is highly unlikely any model will be used for more than two seasons for the Autograph range.

"We welcomed Mr. Ferry's apology over his remarks and he completed his existing contract."

(This news article provided by World Entertainment News Network)