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Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 10 controversies, including “2026: Federal judge dismisses two firearm-related counts, removing exposure to death penalty” and “2026: Mixed suppression ruling — some items and statements excluded, but gun and notebook admissible”.
10 controversies · 12 sources1 conviction2 formal charges
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “The Promised Land: Tense Response to Question About Racial Diversity at Venice” and “Fantastic Beasts: Replacing Johnny Depp and Reluctance to Condemn J.K. Rowling Amid Franchise Controversies”.
7 controversies · 10 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2025–2026: casting as Catherine in Wuthering Heights criticised over age, appearance and regional authenticity” and “2024: Robbie omitted from Best Actress Oscar nominations for Barbie”.
7 controversies · 12 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “1973: Refuses Oscar and sends Sacheen Littlefeather to denounce treatment of Indigenous peoples” and “1972: Butter scene in Last Tango in Paris — Maria Schneider says unannounced sexual detail left her humiliated”.
7 controversies · 9 sources
Business and billionairesFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 11 controversies, including “2014: Confidential settlement with Macy's ends litigation against MSLO” and “2011–2013: J.C. Penney agreement challenged by Macy's, preliminary injunction and trial over commercial exclusivity”.
11 controversies · 12 sources1 conviction1 formal charge
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 3 controversies, including “2023 sexual misconduct case: private settlement, retirement and Fuji TV committee finding of "sexual violence", contested by his lawyers” and “2016 SMAP crisis: Nakai among members considering leaving agency, followed by televised apology”.
3 controversies · 8 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “Power harassment allegations concerning producer: Iwahashi claims Hamada was present and failed to intervene” and “2025 controversy after headlock on voice actress Ai Furihata, who subsequently played down the incident”.
6 controversies · 14 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “2000s–2022: enduring criticism of exploiting family conflicts and paternity tests as entertainment” and “2006: producer files $100 million lawsuit alleging sexual harassment, hostile workplace and retaliation”.
6 controversies · 8 sources
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 3 controversies, including “2019–2024: casting in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood at centre of nepotism debate” and “2023–2024: Wildcat, directed by her father and starring Maya Hawke, revives family nepotism allegations”.
3 controversies · 6 sources
Film, television and entertainmentCelebrities, influencers and social media
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2024: detailed revelations about cosmetic surgery after years of speculation” and “2023: Robby Starbuck publicly alleges she forces sons to wear feminine clothing; both parents deny claim”.
7 controversies · 14 sources
Science, medicine and healthFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 9 controversies, including “Co-author of federal memorandum reducing universally recommended childhood vaccinations” and “CMS leadership nomination: scrutiny of holdings and roles in healthcare companies potentially regulated by his agency”.
9 controversies · 14 sources
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “Claim of past sexual relationship with Geri Horner, denied by Horner” and “Public disclosure of kiss between Emma Bunton and Holly Willoughby and criticism of outing”.
8 controversies · 11 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 11 controversies, including “2025–2026: unsupported claims about deworming drugs presented as cancer treatments” and “2026: gestures mocking sign language interpreter followed by apology”.
11 controversies · 21 sources2 convictions2 formal charges
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “October 2023: Posts about Hamas attack, relationships terminated by Playboy and Red Light Holland” and “2020: Mass petition calling for removal of her old videos and restoration of image rights”.
5 controversies · 7 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 11 controversies, including “Threatened legal action and cybercrime report in 2026 against TikTok account making allegations about him” and “Videos filmed with smart glasses without employees' prior consent: privacy controversy”.
11 controversies · 20 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 1 controversy: “2006–2024: racist tirade at Laugh Factory, repeated apologies and prolonged withdrawal from stand-up”.
1 controversy · 3 sources
Film, television and entertainmentCelebrities, influencers and social media
Documented profile covering 4 controversies, including “Doppia Difesa: criticism of the foundation's effectiveness and defamation litigation” and “Incorrect claim that domestic violence support centres closed during COVID and subsequent apology”.
4 controversies · 7 sources
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “New claim by Nacho Palau in 2024 alleging failure to comply with family contact arrangements” and “Long paternity dispute with Nacho Palau over their four children, decided in Bosé's favour by Supreme Court”.
8 controversies · 14 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “Longstanding rift with Dana Carvey over inspiration for Dr. Evil” and “Creative conflict with Penelope Spheeris over Wayne's World and director's exclusion from sequel”.
5 controversies · 8 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 3 controversies, including “2024–2026: decision to film Anora intimate scenes without intimacy coordinator prompts lasting debate” and “2024–2025: Anora divides sex workers over representation, stereotypes and lack of political advocacy”.
3 controversies · 7 sources
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 10 controversies, including “2024–2026: ongoing Flowers copyright infringement lawsuit” and “2013–2019: criticism of hip-hop cultural appropriation, 2017 remarks and apology in 2019”.
10 controversies · 18 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “2025: Brown denounces 'bullying' media coverage of her appearance and ageing” and “Stranger Things: Brown's internal bullying and harassment complaint about David Harbour, investigation reportedly resolved”.
6 controversies · 8 sources
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 9 controversies, including “Dispute with Amr Adib: EGP 300,000 fine for insult/defamation upheld on appeal” and “Insults against a sound engineer: EGP 10,000 fine upheld on appeal”.
9 controversies · 17 sources4 convictions6 formal charges
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 9 controversies, including “Angelica Schiatti: trial for stalking and defamation, 100 000-euro offer of reparation and referral to Constitutional Court” and “Seizure and eviction from home over family maintenance debts; later acquittal for insulting officer during eviction”.
9 controversies · 20 sources3 formal charges
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Highly tense hearing on his remuneration and the presenter-producer business model” and “Complaints against persons unknown, Charles Alloncle and Cyril Hanouna after campaign about his income”.
7 controversies · 15 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 13 controversies, including “Mumbai University: disinvitation from Jashn-e-Urdu and allegation of political censorship” and “Anupam Kher called a "clown" and "sycophant", followed by disclosure of a private apology”.
13 controversies · 21 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 10 controversies, including “2026: signs letter opposing cultural boycott of Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid” and “2025: humanitarian and anti-war posts on Gaza, opposing criticism in Israeli-Palestinian debate”.
10 controversies · 18 sources
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “'Danke Kassel' following protest against health restrictions” and “Concert near Berlin: calls to ignore distancing rules and show ended early”.
6 controversies · 10 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2024–2025: Babygirl and debates on sex, domination, age and workplace power” and “2021–2024: AMC 'heartbreak feels good' advertisement becomes meme and subject of mockery”.
7 controversies · 13 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “Sworn admissions of previous cocaine and cannabis use; no prosecution” and “Denied boarding to United States following drug admissions, then travel restriction lifted”.
5 controversies · 9 sources
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 10 controversies, including “"Think You're Messi" video filmed in Spain during 2026 World Cup: controversy over political interpretation” and “Formal notice from Egyptian songwriters alleging copyright infringement involving "Ani Meshakeret?"”.
10 controversies · 19 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 4 controversies, including “2023-2024: Israel-Gaza statements and 'Zionism is sexy' video trigger boycott calls” and “2024: Reportedly removed from a New York nightclub following severe alcohol intoxication”.
4 controversies · 8 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 13 controversies, including “2007 sexual offence allegation: separate arrest in February 2026” and “2013 voyeurism allegation: arrest in September 2025 and prolonged investigation”.
13 controversies · 15 sources
Film, television and entertainmentMedia and journalism
Documented profile covering 16 controversies, including “2024–2026: River Haven restaurant sublease dispute; his company seeks over NZD 60 000 while operators allege pressure and harassment” and “August 2026: Controversy after live lobsters bought and released into sea”.
16 controversies · 19 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “#MeToo: remarks about Louis C.K. and Roseanne Barr, backlash, cancelled Tonight Show appearance and apology” and “Insult targeting people with Down syndrome while attempting to explain #MeToo controversy”.
6 controversies · 9 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 4 controversies, including “Diriliş: Ertuğrul: mockery at Altın Kelebek ceremony, Erdoğan's reaction and alleged television "embargo"” and “Repeated criticism of Generation Z and social media for making people "more superficial and more stupid"”.
4 controversies · 8 sources1 formal charge
Film, television and entertainmentMedia and journalism
Documented profile covering 12 controversies, including “WeightWatchers: Investment and ambassadorial role, followed by board departure after disclosure of weight-loss medication use” and “People's Fund of Maui: Backlash over billionaires' donation appeal, followed by nearly $60 million distributed”.
12 controversies · 14 sources
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “Public clash with Kylian Mbappé over lyric targeting management of SM Caen” and “Petition calling for withdrawal of his Victoires de la musique awards following 2018 success”.
6 controversies · 11 sources1 formal charge
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 9 controversies, including “1970–2018: financing, rights and creative control prevent completion of The Other Side of the Wind for decades” and “1941–2016: enduring controversy over authorship of Citizen Kane screenplay”.
9 controversies · 16 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 14 controversies, including “2022–2026: Pam & Tommy made without her consent; Anderson still requests apology from Seth Rogen” and “2025–2026: romance with Liam Neeson accused of being publicity stunt, which Anderson denies”.
14 controversies · 25 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “2019–2025: lawsuit against restaurant using his image without permission — partial victory and dispute over claimed amount” and “2024: further relationship rumours involving Lauren Tsai, again unconfirmed by agency”.
8 controversies · 12 sources
Media and journalismFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “One-sided coverage of Crépol affair: CNews formally warned” and “Thomas Legrand's private conversation: complaint targeting CNews after acknowledged use on air”.
7 controversies · 9 sources
Media and journalismFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 12 controversies, including “Two new sexual assault complaints and continuation of judicial investigation” and “Judicial investigation expanded to two further alleged rapes and one sexual assault”.
12 controversies · 26 sources2 convictions2 formal charges
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Investigation for sexual exhibitionism following Cap d'Agde concert segment” and “Delphine Ernotte announces complaint for sexist and sexual insult following 'Delphine' song”.
7 controversies · 13 sources2 convictions2 formal charges
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2018 and 2020: Financial settlements with CPS and Metropolitan Police, including police apology for privacy infringement” and “2015–2017: Handling of his case becomes emblematic of pre-charge bail reform”.
7 controversies · 6 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “At Cannes 2026, Trump, Netanyahu and Putin described as 'monsters'” and “Worldwide advocacy for euthanasia and criticism of religious opposition”.
7 controversies · 10 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 2 controversies, including “2023–2026: Berlin spin-off accused of 'whitewashing' and romanticising a character described as a rapist” and “2017–2021: paradoxical popularity of Berlin despite character described as misogynistic, cruel and sexually coercive”.
2 controversies · 6 sources
Film, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 9 controversies, including “2026: promotion of nationwide strike against ICE operations” and “2026: controversy in Argentina after 'like' on post mocking World Cup final defeat”.
9 controversies · 16 sources
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