Here are some examples of the most notable celebrity scandals.
Golf legend Tiger Woods faced a major scandal when multiple extramarital affairs were revealed. This led to a highly publicized divorce and a significant impact on his career and endorsements.
The 42nd President of the United States, Bill Clinton, was involved in a scandal with White House intern Monica Lewinsky. The affair led to Clinton's impeachment by the House of Representatives, though he was acquitted by the Senate.
The "King of Pop," Michael Jackson, faced multiple allegations of child molestation, resulting in a highly publicized trial in 2005 where he was acquitted of all charges. The allegations and trials severely impacted his public image.
Pop star Britney Spears experienced a highly publicized mental health crisis, including shaving her head and attacking paparazzi with an umbrella. This led to her being placed under a conservatorship, which lasted until 2021.
Former football star OJ Simpson was tried for the murders of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman. He was acquitted in a highly controversial verdict, but later found liable in a civil suit.
Cyclist Lance Armstrong was stripped of his seven Tour de France titles after it was revealed that he had been using performance-enhancing drugs throughout his career. He was banned from competitive cycling for life.
Film producer Harvey Weinstein faced numerous allegations of sexual harassment and assault, leading to his arrest and conviction. This scandal was a catalyst for the #MeToo movement.
Lifestyle guru Martha Stewart was convicted of insider trading after selling her shares in ImClone Systems based on non-public information. She served five months in prison.
Actor Charlie Sheen's erratic behavior, drug use, and public rants led to his dismissal from the TV show "Two and a Half Men." His phrase "winning" and other outbursts became widely publicized.
During the MTV Video Music Awards, Kanye West interrupted Taylor Swift's acceptance speech for Best Female Video, claiming Beyoncé deserved the award. This incident sparked widespread backlash and media coverage.
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