13 Celebrities Who Completely Lost Their Fans' Respect After Controversial Statements
Celebrities are humans too, and sometimes they can be far from perfect. Today, we'll delve into 13 famous figures who have lost our respect due to their regrettable words and actions. If a similar name comes to your mind, feel free to share it with us.
''In the early months of 2022, The Rock lost my respect by endorsing Joe Rogan. ''
After Rogan faced criticism for spreading misinformation about COVID-19 on his podcast, The Rock commented, 'Great stuff here, brother. Well articulated. Looking forward to having tequila with you one day.' However, The Rock took a step back after witnessing a video of Rogan using a racist slur.'
"James Woods, despite being a legendary actor, lost respect for supporting Trump and sharing awful tweets."
During Pride month in 2017, James Woods made a derogatory comment on a photo of a child from an LGBT-supportive family, saying, 'How sweet. Wait until this poor kid grows up, realizes what you've all done, and stuffs both of you dismembered into a freezer in a Chicago high rise. . . . '
"Ellen Pompeo's comments on Harvey Weinstein made me uncomfortable."
In a 2018 interview, Pompeo shared her encounter with Weinstein, stating she would have smashed a glass on his face if he had done anything inappropriate. In 2020, Pompeo claimed she didn't know Weinstein was an abuser during the interview, but it took place months after allegations against him surfaced.
"While Michael Jackson's allegations were never proven, accusations of molesting two boys are troubling."
"I used to like Matt Lauer until I learned about the sexual harassment allegations in 2017 and 2019."
"I admired Katy Perry until I found out she kissed a contestant who hadn't been kissed before on a talent show."
Worse, when asked about the contestant's feelings, Perry responded, 'If they asked me, I would have said no because I wanted to save my first kiss for someone special.'
"Shane Dawson's past racist 'jokes' and inappropriate comments about children, leaked in 2018 and 2020, made many uncomfortable."
"Despite allegations of John Barrowman exposing himself and committing sexual harassment on set, it all resurfaced in 2021 after co-star Noel Clarke's accusations."
"On World Autism Awareness Day in 2017, William Shatner tweeted an image supporting Autism Speaks, a controversial autism advocacy organization."
Autism Speaks has been criticized for portraying autism as a frightening disease that requires a cure. Shatner's support led to some fans losing respect.
"In 2013, Paula Deen admitted using the offensive 'n-word' during a deposition for a lawsuit."
When asked if she had ever used the racial slur, she responded, 'Yes, of course,' and explained using it when a black man robbed the bank where she worked. Hulk Hogan also faced criticism for using the same racial slur in a 2012 radio interview.
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively's wedding at a former slave plantation in 2012 sparked controversy.
In 2020, Reynolds expressed regret, saying, 'It will always be something we're deeply and unreservedly sorry for. Impossible to undo.' However, some fans remained upset.
"Despite being a Clemson graduate and a loyal fan, it's undeniable that Deshaun Watson faces 22 sexual misconduct allegations."
"Sean Connery's 1965 interview where he suggested hitting women is acceptable if they're 'hysterical' remains a stain on his legacy."
In a 1987 interview, Connery stood by his views, saying, 'I haven't changed my opinion,' when questioned by Barbara Walters about his comments on hitting women.
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