1. 50 Cent complained about how grandma makes him take out the trash
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When Grammy-nominated rapper Curtis James Jackson III (aka 50 Cent) took to Twitter to vent about his grandma's garbage duty, little did he know it would blow up like his chart-topping hits. Fans were shook and couldn't believe their eyes, making it a social media sensation that lasted longer than his rap verses.
2. That time when Kim Kardashian cropped her daughter out of a photo
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Kim K is a master at multitasking, especially when it comes to taking selfies. She proved this when she snapped a pic while her child was in the background. Critics came out of the woodwork, but Kim had the perfect comeback: "My kid's eyes were closed, and my look was on point! Can a girl live?!"
3. Zac Efron's strange combo
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Who knew Martin Luther King Jr. Day would bring such a strange combo? Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a time for reflection and inspiration, but Zac Efron had other plans. He decided it was the perfect day to care about his followers. Maybe next time, he can choose a different occasion to show his apathy.
4. Kris Jenner's original photoshop fail
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When Kris attempted to smooth out her and Gordon Ramsay's faces in a photo, she was almost successful in fooling us. But Gordon had other plans and posted the original pic, shattering her dream of a flawless Instagram post. The world saw the real faces behind the filters, which obviously shows that perfection can't always be achieved through digital touch-ups.
5. Justin Bieber's shrine confusion in Japan
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Oops! In 2014, Justin innocently shared a pic from a Japanese shrine, expressing his heartfelt gratitude. Little did he know that the seemingly innocent gesture would thrust him into the center of a fiery controversy, causing an intense international debate. Justin unintentionally sparked curiosity and ignited the interest of his dedicated Beliebers and people from around the globe.
6. Chris Evans' quarantine mishap
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We'll never forget the time Chris Evans accidentally shared his own NSFW pics during the never-ending quarantine. With everyone glued to their screens, hundreds of fans saw the unexpected surprise and took screenshots, spreading the images faster than the virus itself.
7. When Scott Disick had a copy-paste fail
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Back in 2016, Scott Disick unintentionally revealed his brand partnership secrets when he copy-pasted the caption instructions from his Bootea shake ad. "Keeping up with the summer workout routine with my morning @booteauk," he wrote. It vanished quickly, but the internet has a way of preserving such blunders forever.
8. Lindsay Lohan's photo editing fiasco
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Celebrities and their photoshop fails, oh my! Lindsay's attempt to accentuate her assets in a photo back in 2015 resulted in a distorted door behind her. Fans were quick to notice, reminding us that sometimes, even fame can't perfect photo-editing skills.
9. When Ariana Grande tattooed "small charcoal grill" on her hand instead of "7 rings"
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In 2019, Ariana got a tattoo in Japanese to honor her song, but it turned out to be a major fail. The characters actually translated to "small charcoal grill" instead of "7 rings." She learned the hard way that tattoo regrets can happen to anyone, even pop stars.
10. Courtney Love's flight theory flop
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When Courtney Love thought she had solved the mystery of the lost Malaysian flight, people had their hopes up. Sadly, what she saw turned out to be just boats, leaving us all a little disappointed. Better stick to singing, Court! Courtney's well-intentioned but ultimately inaccurate theory demonstrated the risks of speculating on such events without evidence.
11. Rita Ora's "hacked" tweet
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In a cringeworthy move, Rita Ora tweeted that she was hacked after offering fans a deal: 100,000 retweets for a new song release. When no one seemed to care, she deleted the tweet and claimed innocence. Nice try, Rita! This is a cautionary tale about the potential consequences of making promises on social media and trying to backtrack when things don't go as planned!
12. Mary J. Blige's "intelligents" mishap
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Mary J. Blige's misspelling of "Intelligence" as "Intelligents" left everyone scratching their heads. Maybe she needs to brush up on her spelling skills before posting philosophical thoughts. It's hard to "understand estimate" her intelligence when she can't spell the word correctly.
13. When Madonna used Martin Luther King to promote her album
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It's not just Zac who's stolen the spotlight from Martin Luther King Jr. There was another controversial moment when Madonna used iconic figures like Nelson Mandela and even Jesus to promote her album. The tweet caused quite an uproar and angered many people who felt it was disrespectful to use such significant historical figures for self-promotion. It's important to think twice before using someone else's legacy for personal gain.
14. When Ashton Kutcher defended Joe Paterno
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Ashton Kutcher found himself in hot water when he defended Penn State's coach, Joe Paterno, who had been fired for not addressing alleged child molestation in his locker room. Ashton's tweet defending the coach received backlash, and he later apologized, realizing his mistake. It's a good reminder to be cautious when publicly supporting someone without knowing all the facts, especially when it involves serious allegations.
15. Beyonce's visibly photoshopped curves
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Beyonce's Photoshop blunder didn't go unnoticed by eagle-eyed internet users. A photo she posted on her Tumblr feed showed some questionable editing, particularly with her left arm. Numerous online publications pointed out the obvious flaws, and it became a topic of discussion. It's a lesson in the importance of paying attention to detail when editing photos, especially for someone as famous as Beyonce.
16. Madonna's questionable parenting
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Madonna faced criticism for her questionable parenting when she posted a picture on Instagram showing her 13-year-old son and his friends holding liquor bottles with the caption "The party's just begun." Underage drinking is illegal, and Madonna's status as a global celebrity made the situation even more controversial.
17. When Jessica Wright expressed sympathy for North Korea's dictator
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Jessica Wright received a backlash when she tweeted "Rest in Peace" after the death of the North Korean leader, who was widely regarded as a dictator. Many people found showing sympathy for a leader with a questionable human rights record surprising and unacceptable.
18. When Brandi Glanville posted a profanity-filled email
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Brandi Glanville made a mistake by posting a profanity-filled email she had sent to her ex-husband. The offensive content received criticism, prompting her to take it down and apologize. This is a reminder, to Brandi and everyone really, that social media can be a double-edged sword.
19. Alison Pill's accidental topless selfie
Image Source: Latin TimesAlison Pill's accidental tweet of a topless picture taught her a valuable lesson about the dangers of technology. She accidentally shared the picture publicly instead of sending it to her fiancé. Fortunately, her fiancé responded humorously, calling her a "dork." Alison acknowledged her mistake, blaming it on technical issues.
20. Alec Baldwin: "[I’d] put my foot up your f—ing ass…"
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Alec Baldwin's offensive Twitter rant against a gay reporter offended many people and drew criticism from the LGBTQ+ community. He used derogatory language and threatened the reporter, which resulted in further backlash. It serves as a reminder that public figures should be mindful of their language and avoid making offensive remarks that can hurt others.
21. Creepy image by Willow Smith
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Willow Smith, daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, caused controversy in 2013 when she posted a picture on Instagram lying in bed next to shirtless 20-year-old actor Moises Arias while she was 13 years old. The image sparked accusations and disgust, leading to an investigation by the Los Angeles County Department of Children & Family Services regarding the Smiths' parenting.
22. Axelle short-lived her celebrity over a hunting photo
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Axelle Despiegelaere, a 17-year-old Belgian model, faced the consequences of a hunting photo she posted. The image showed her holding a rifle and sitting next to what appeared to be a hunted oryx. The caption, which included a distasteful remark about hunting Americans, caused backlash and led to the termination of her modeling contract.
23. Geraldo Rivera's half-naked selfie on Twitter
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Geraldo Rivera, a star TV host, faced embarrassment after posting a half-naked selfie on Twitter. The photo was accompanied by a caption claiming that "70 is the new 50." His daughter and boss at Fox were displeased, and he eventually had to remove the selfie.
24. When Lorde captioned a bathtub with Whitney Houston's song
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Lorde, a singer, posted a photo of her bathtub on Instagram along with a caption that included lyrics from a Dolly Parton song popularized by Whitney Houston. However, the caption was seen as insensitive since Houston had drowned in a bathtub in 2012. Lorde deleted the photo and issued an apology, acknowledging her poor choice of quote.
25. Donald Trump retweeted a picture of serial killers without realizing they're serial killers
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Donald Trump retweeted a picture without realizing it depicted serial killers Fred and Rosemary West, who committed heinous crimes in England. The tweet was originally sent by a comedian who had a questionable Twitter handle. Trump's retweet drew criticism for his lack of attention to detail and the content he inadvertently shared.
26. When Kylie Jenner posted a photo in which she looked black
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Kylie Jenner faced backlash when she uploaded a heavily edited Instagram photo that made her look different from her usual appearance. People accused her of trying to appear as a different race, which she and her sisters had been criticized for previously. Although she deleted the post, she defended herself on Twitter, explaining that the photo was taken with specific lighting effects.
27. Tom Holland tagged Zendaya's handle on his crotch
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Tom Holland, known for his role as Spider-Man, mistakenly tagged his co-star Zendaya's Instagram handle on his crotch in a group photo. Fans speculated that it was intentional, but Holland quickly corrected the tag and thanked Zendaya for pointing out his mistake. The incident fueled ongoing rumors about their relationship.
28. Justine Sacco: "Going to Africa. Hope I don't get AIDS. Just kidding. I'm white!"
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Justine Sacco's ill-conceived attempt at humor backfired tremendously. Her tweet about going to Africa and joking about AIDS, based on her race, sparked outrage and made her widely despised. In an interview later, she expressed regret and claimed she didn't expect people to take it literally.
29. That time when Charlie Sheen tweeted his personal number
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Charlie Sheen accidentally tweeted his personal phone number to his millions of Twitter followers while trying to send a private message to Justin Bieber. As a result, his phone was bombarded with calls and messages before he quickly deleted the tweet and changed his phone number.
30. Dean Norris' "sex gifs" tweet
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Dean Norris, known for his role in "Breaking Bad," accidentally tweeted the words "sex gifs," intending to use the search function instead. Fans responded humorously, and Norris left the tweet undeleted. It served as a lesson for him in using social media more effectively.