From controversial statements to legal troubles, these celebrities faced significant backlash in 2024. Join us as we count down the public figures who found themselves on the wrong side of public opinion. Our list includes actors, musicians, and media personalities who stirred up controversy and faced criticism for their actions and words.
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00:00To begin tonight with the alarming images now emerging of Sean Diddy combs,
00:03the new video obtained exclusively by CNN.
00:06Welcome to Watch Mojo.
00:08And today we're looking at celebrities who face the most backlash and overall dislike in 2024.
00:13And all I can say about that is thank God for the money.
00:17Number 10 Ashton Kutcher.
00:19Ashton Kutcher's reputation as a lovable goofball face significant challenges in 2024,
00:24while his prior involvement in writing a character reference for his convicted co-star
00:28Danny Masterson remains controversial.
00:30The actors were criticized for calling their former co-star a role model, among other things.
00:35It's his connection to Sean Diddy Combs that has drawn new scrutiny.
00:39The actor was a regular at Diddy's parties in the early 2000s,
00:42and even co-hosted one of the mogul's notorious white parties.
00:45Kutcher has since downplayed his involvement in the events,
00:48which are part of serious accusations aimed at Combs.
00:50Wow, okay, I've got a lot I can't tell.
00:53Further resurfaced clips of Kutcher have also raised eyebrows,
00:56including a moment in 2003,
00:58where he commented that Hilary Duff was one of the girls we're all waiting to turn 18.
01:022003 movie, cheaper by the dozen.
01:05She's one of the girls that we're all waiting for to turn 18, along with the Olsen twins.
01:12Number 9 Justin Timberlake.
01:20To say Justin Timberlake had a challenging 2024 would be a wee bit of an understatement.
01:25Over the summer, Timberlake was arrested in Long Island
01:28for failing to obey a stop sign and driving erratically.
01:31Timberlake had bloodshot glassy eyes, slowed speech, and was unsteady on his feet.
01:37While he initially pleaded not guilty to driving while intoxicated,
01:40he later accepted a reduced charge, paying a small fine,
01:43accepting community service, and making a public safety announcement.
01:46Even if you've had one drink, don't get behind the wheel of a car.
01:51This latest fumble, which also got his driver's license suspended,
01:54did little to erase the previous image tarnishing caused by Britney Spears' memoir,
01:58where she accused her ex of infidelity, among other damning claims.
02:02He initiated over text, saying that she was devastated,
02:06yet portrayed by the media as a harlot who'd broken the heart of America's golden boy.
02:11However, the Forget Tomorrow world tour has been mostly successful,
02:14indicating Justin's loyal fans still have his back.
02:17Number 8 Katy Perry.
02:19Katy Perry's public standing, once a teenage dream,
02:26turned into something more akin to a nightmare in 2024.
02:29The pop star's highly anticipated comeback failed to generate the positive buzz she'd hoped for.
02:34Criticism arose over the music video for Woman's World, which included lyrics like,
02:39"'It's a woman's world, and you're lucky to be living in it.'"
02:41Fans were not happy to learn it was produced by Dr. Luke,
02:45who had previously been accused of several forms of abuse by Kesha.
02:48Adding to her woes, Perry's Lifetime's music video shoot caused environmental controversy
02:53when it took place in the protected dunes of the Balearic Islands.
02:57All of this led to underperforming singles and social media takedowns from the public.
03:06Number 7 Kanye West.
03:09Kanye West's tumultuous 2024 has done little to lure the public back to his side.
03:13In June, former assistant Lauren Pichotta sued West for sexual harassment,
03:18assault, and wrongful termination.
03:20Pichotta worked for West for about a year and a half
03:23after she was hired by the rapper in July of 2021.
03:27In October, a former director of intelligence accused West of instructing him to investigate
03:32the Kardashians and tail his wife, Beyonce.
03:36Earlier in the year, former employee Benjamin DeSean Provo also filed a lawsuit claiming
03:41he was fired for refusing to shave his dreadlocks, which are tied to his Muslim faith.
03:45Meanwhile, project manager Murphy Aficionado alleged unpaid wages and detailed being subjected
03:51to racist lectures and anti-Semitic conspiracies involving the Kardashians.
03:55The former Yeezy project manager claims Kanye's alleged anti-Semitic tirades and conspiracies
04:00were a daily occurrence.
04:02Will Kanye's woes ever end?
04:04Number 6 Ellen DeGeneres.
04:06Ellen DeGeneres' reputation as the so-called
04:09Queen of Kindness continued to decline in 2024.
04:12Former staff members have once again spoken out regarding allegations of a toxic workplace
04:17on her now-defunct talk show.
04:18So when Ellen says she's not aware of this environment, you don't think that rings true?
04:24It's a lie.
04:24The controversy, which began in 2020 with claims of racism,
04:28The controversy, which began in 2020 with claims of racism,
04:31bullying, and harassment, resurfaced after the release of Ellen's 2024 Netflix special.
04:39In it, DeGeneres addressed the backlash by describing the accusations as devastating.
04:44However, former employees criticized her response, accusing Ellen of downplaying
04:48their experiences and reframing herself as a victim of media scrutiny.
04:51Much of the public agreed, saying the special was simply Ellen's attempt at reframing the narrative.
04:58Number 5 Artem Chigvintsev
05:02Best known for his performances on Dancing with the Stars, Artem Chigvintsev became
05:06embroiled in controversy in 2024 following a nasty split from Nicki Garcia.
05:11In August, just days after celebrating their second wedding anniversary,
05:14Chigvintsev was arrested on suspicion of felony domestic violence, though charges were later
05:19dropped.
05:23Both he and Garcia have accused each other of being the aggressor,
05:26and each has obtained a restraining order against the other.
05:40The incident, and his perceived lack of accountability, made Chigvintsev a hugely
05:44polarizing figure online, especially among fans of Dancing with the Stars. Chigvintsev
05:48did not return for the latest season of the ABC dance competition series,
05:52and it's unknown if he will be back.
05:54Number 4 Jake Paul
05:56Jake Paul has long been despised by the public, and 2024 has certainly not changed that.
06:20The former YouTuber and Disney Channel actor has faced prior accusations of being a racist bully
06:27and mistreating his entourage and girlfriends. Known for his inflated ego and flaunting of wealth,
06:33the now notorious boxer obnoxiously taunts his opponents, further fueling his divisive
06:37reputation. The 27-year-old's highly anticipated fight against 58-year-old Mike Tyson also sparked
06:43widespread criticism, with many accusing the match of being staged while others deemed it
06:47unfair given the vast age difference. It's no surprise that Jake Paul's countless critics
06:52continue to root for an opponent to finally take him down in the ring.
07:08Number 3 Meghan Markle
07:10Meghan Markle's strained relationship with the British royal family continues to fuel her
07:14dislike, with many accusing the Duchess of Sussex of exploiting her royal connections for fame.
07:20Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, Meghan and Prince Harry have relocated to
07:24California, focusing on philanthropy and personal branding efforts. However, their Spotify and
07:36Netflix projects have been marred by claims of self-interest. It's said that Meghan still remains
07:40fully committed to building her image in the U.S., but with Hollywood ventures faltering,
07:44it leaves many to wonder if she can truly find acceptance on either side of the pond.
07:49Number 2 – Vince McMahon
07:51There appears to be no kicking out of this one. Vince McMahon, the former owner of the WWE,
07:56was the focus of many unsettling allegations in 2024.
08:11Despite numerous scandals over the years, Vince has always managed to retain control
08:15of his pro-wrestling company, growing it into a global empire. However,
08:18following an investigation into multi-million dollar payouts,
08:22McMahon stepped aside. He briefly returned as Executive Chairman in 2023, overseeing WWE's
08:28merger with UFC under TKO, but stepped down again amidst more accusations, including trafficking.
08:41These recent allegations seem to have revealed that the persona we all saw on TV
08:50was not that different from the real Vince McMahon.
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09:09Number 1 – Sean Diddy Combs
09:11Sean Diddy Combs, a music mogul, is facing a series of new civil lawsuits,
09:16including allegations he sexually assaulted two teenagers.
09:23On September 16, 2024, music mogul Sean Combs was arrested in New York City and charged with
09:30racketeering, trafficking by force, fraud or coercion, and transportation to engage in
09:34relations for money. Prosecutors allege Diddy ran a criminal enterprise that involved forced labor,
09:40kidnapping, and bribery. The indictment alleges that Combs abused and exploited women
09:45and other people for years, and in a variety of ways.
09:48They also detailed his so-called freak-offs, orchestrated erotic activities,
09:52where Diddy allegedly directed men and women in X-rated performances.
10:07The disgraced rapper also faces an onslaught of civil lawsuits,
10:10alleging various unlawful acts, many involving youths.
10:13Combs has denied all charges, but if convicted, faces up to life in prison.
10:18What celebrity raised your ire in 2024? Let's chat in the comments.