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MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 9 controversies, including “2025–2026: Burlesque the Musical affected by delays, royalties dispute and allegations of difficult working conditions” and “2012: public conflict with Adam Levine and Tony Lucca during The Voice”.
9 controversies · 13 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “2000–2002: Johnnie Johnson claims co-writing credit for several classics; lawsuit ultimately dismissed” and “1989–1995: allegations of hidden cameras filming women in restaurant toilets and class-action settlement”.
8 controversies · 10 sources5 convictions5 formal charges
Music
Documented profile covering 12 controversies, including “Sue Barker publicly criticises repeated references to former relationship despite requests to stop” and “Legal victory against BBC for invasion of privacy during police search”.
12 controversies · 21 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “Column Targeting Conchita Wurst and Austrian Press Council Ruling on Human Dignity” and “Public Disclosure of HIV Status Following an Alleged Threat from a Former Partner”.
5 controversies · 10 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 12 controversies, including “'Nevermind' litigation: Cobain estate among defendants, appeal still pending in 2026” and “Rhonda Holmes 'Twibel' trial: false remarks but no actual malice”.
12 controversies · 13 sources2 convictions2 formal charges
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “Theatre comeback with Cluedo: disputed casting and withdrawal following backlash” and “Defamation action against ABC, Fairfax/Nine and Christie Whelan Browne: abandoned during trial with costs awarded against him”.
5 controversies · 9 sources1 formal charge
Music
Documented profile covering 13 controversies, including “2021–2026: extensive Steely & Clevie litigation over 'dembow' rhythm — Daddy Yankee among defendants” and “2025–2026: federal RICO action over alleged misappropriation of royalties and songwriting credits”.
13 controversies · 17 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “Participation in « Solidarité Congo » concert originally scheduled for day commemorating the genocide against the Tutsi” and “Controversy in the French Caribbean after resurfacing of his « I hate zouk » remarks”.
5 controversies · 8 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Repeated concert cancellations in Quebec owing to production constraints” and “Accusation of double standards and systemic racism against the Belgian Football Association in 2026”.
7 controversies · 12 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “'I identify as queer in a weird way' interpreted as coming out, followed by clarification” and “Past affair with Simon Cowell publicly revealed in Sweet Revenge biography”.
6 controversies · 15 sources
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “Lori Mattix: Account of sexual relationship with Bowie while underage, without judicial determination” and “Successive statements about sexual orientation: Gay, bisexual, then 'heterosexual'”.
6 controversies · 10 sources1 formal charge
Music
Documented profile covering 9 controversies, including “2024–2026: joint custody action concerning Imade against Sophia Momodu, competing allegations and subsequent withdrawal” and “2026: renewed paternity controversy surrounding Anu Adeleke — Davido says multiple DNA tests were negative”.
9 controversies · 16 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 13 controversies, including “Attack on 3LAU following performance at Donald Trump's inaugural ball” and “Dispute with James Hype over pre-recorded sets and visual synchronisation”.
13 controversies · 21 sources
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “Rat Pack: racial and religious humour targeting Sammy Davis Jr., problematic by later standards” and “1988: weakened performance on Rat Pack reunion tour followed by withdrawal for medical reasons”.
5 controversies · 7 sources1 conviction1 formal charge
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 11 controversies, including “2024–2026: backlash following Heart Attack performance at American Heart Association gala” and “2026: cancellation of five concerts and postponement of tour launch”.
11 controversies · 16 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 14 controversies, including “Remarks about Russia and Germany as a 'Dreamteam' and Lithuanian controversy” and “Jill Lange affair: remarks deemed sexist, segment cut, conflict with Katja Krasavice and internal complaints”.
14 controversies · 29 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Lori Glori: dispute over rights and remuneration for her vocals on several hits” and “Tanja Geuder: stage injury and allegation that no compensation was paid”.
7 controversies · 8 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “2023: conflict with 'Kittenz', refusal to say she loves fans and massive follower loss” and “2023: selfie wearing Sam Hyde T-shirt, deletion followed by cropped repost”.
8 controversies · 14 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 4 controversies, including “2022: Attempt to withdraw Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination followed by acceptance of induction” and “2020: Explicit support for Black Lives Matter and reflection on renaming 'Dixie Stampede'”.
4 controversies · 8 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 14 controversies, including “2025–2026: New Mexico lawsuit over Stake's promotional practices” and “December 2025–2026: Virginia RICO lawsuit linking Stake, Kick and Drake to illegal gambling and 'bot army' allegations”.
14 controversies · 16 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “'Levitating' remixes: Bosko Kante sues over use of talkbox recordings; some claims survive” and “Dua Lipa v Samsung: 2026 lawsuit over allegedly unauthorised use of her likeness on televisions”.
7 controversies · 14 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “'Thinking Out Loud': Structured Asset Sales litigation — one action closed, parallel action still contested” and “Band Aid 40: Reuse of his vocals without fresh approval and public distancing”.
8 controversies · 17 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “2022–2026: Action against Associated Newspapers — all 97 claims by group of claimants dismissed” and “2017–2019: Action against News Group Newspapers for unlawful information gathering, settled out of court”.
8 controversies · 16 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “1970s–1977: dependence and extensive prescription drug use documented in his doctor's records” and “1977–1990s: enduring controversy over the role of multiple drug use in his death”.
8 controversies · 12 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 11 controversies, including “Eight Mile Style v Meta: 2025 lawsuit over 243 compositions; only direct infringement claim survives in June 2026” and “'Unaccommodating': Reference to Manchester Arena bombing criticised by victims' families”.
11 controversies · 21 sources2 convictions2 formal charges
Music
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “2025 Mumbai concert: renewed criticism over lip-syncing, vocal accuracy and audience interaction” and “Enrique Iglesias sues Universal in 2018 over alleged underpayment of streaming royalties”.
5 controversies · 8 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Reported adverse vaccine effects followed by broader opposition to Covid vaccination” and “Announced refusal to perform for audiences required to provide proof of vaccination”.
7 controversies · 6 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 10 controversies, including “CityLife: neighbour seeks over 200 000 € for damage attributed to work in Ramazzotti's apartment” and “Florence concert: verbal attack on Red Cross following fan's medical emergency, threat of defamation action then reconciliation”.
10 controversies · 16 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Separate sexual complaint by beautician: questioned under caution in 2026 and counter-allegations of extortion” and “Reopening of "Games of Society" case following new complaints, further closure and additional inquiries”.
7 controversies · 13 sources1 conviction1 formal charge
Music
Documented profile covering 10 controversies, including “2025: joke about Till Lindemann and the word 'rapist' following 2023 allegations” and “Official Düsseldorf COVID video: political outcry and removal by city”.
10 controversies · 13 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 13 controversies, including “Documented links with Luca Lucci and Milan ultras, without criminal implication of Fedez in 'Doppia Curva'” and “Filmed altercation with nightclub security guard in Sardinia”.
13 controversies · 22 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2024–2026: Sébastien Graux action over guitar loops used in Ferxxo 100, X20X and De Tanto Chimbiar” and “June 2026: heart gesture interpreted as political support for Iván Cepeda”.
7 controversies · 10 sources
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 3 controversies, including “2026: SNL faces backlash over sexual jokes and parody of Will's coming-out scene” and “2017: Accused of being 'rude' after refusing autographs to adults waiting outside his hotel”.
3 controversies · 6 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “Statements opposing higher taxes on the wealthiest” and “Criticism of his tax residence during « Pour les gens du secours » charity initiative”.
5 controversies · 9 sources1 conviction1 formal charge
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 9 controversies, including “1981: further extensive Nevada hearing on Mafia links, denials and restoration of gaming licence” and “1940s–1980s: documented contacts with Luciano, Giancana, Fischetti and other organised crime figures”.
9 controversies · 11 sources1 formal charge
Music
Documented profile covering 11 controversies, including “First-instance conviction for glorification of terrorism in « Haaland », appeal announced” and “Ban on Eurockéennes 2025 performance upheld by Council of State”.
11 controversies · 16 sources1 conviction1 formal charge
Music
South Korean rapper, songwriter and producer, leader of BIGBANG.
8 controversies · 11 sources
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “Controversy after giving away a dog he had raised for five months” and “Allegation of an affair with a married woman in 2021”.
8 controversies · 18 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 16 controversies, including “2025–September 2026: New investigation followed by eight historical sexual offence charges; not-guilty plea and trial set for November 2027” and “February 2024 and June 2025: Successive refusals of parole”.
16 controversies · 14 sources3 convictions5 formal charges
Music
Documented profile covering 10 controversies, including “Ace Frehley's death: speculation about lifestyle choices followed by public apology” and “Death of technician Francis Stueber: negligence lawsuit against Simmons, Stanley and KISS organisation, followed by settlement”.
10 controversies · 10 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “Repeated performances involving nudity, defecation, self-harm and assaults on audience members” and “Repeated promises to commit suicide on stage at Halloween”.
8 controversies · 6 sources2 convictions2 formal charges
Music
Documented profile covering 13 controversies, including “Formally placed under investigation for aggravated money laundering and organised money laundering” and “Remarks and lyrics targeting Paul Kagame and Tutsis in the context of the conflict in the DRC”.
13 controversies · 22 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 3 controversies, including “Group violence in a Jumbo supermarket: sentenced to 200 hours of community service” and “Publication of a 13-year-old boy's identity following racist insults and controversy over an anti-Moroccan message attributed to her account”.
3 controversies · 6 sources1 conviction1 formal charge
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “2026: fabricated quotations and smear campaign following statements against regime” and “2026: public rumour of "platonic relationship" with Emmanuel Macron, denials and associated disinformation”.
5 controversies · 10 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “Umut Akyürek 2026: moral criticism of Gülşen and 5 million TL civil action” and “Joke about Imam Hatip schools: arrest in 2022 followed by suspended 10-month sentence in 2023”.
6 controversies · 12 sources1 formal charge
Music
Documented profile covering 9 controversies, including “Umut Akyürek 2026: publicly accused of being a "bad example" for young people, Hadise brings damages action” and “2025 drug investigation: negative samples followed by closure without prosecution”.
9 controversies · 17 sources
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “First public comment on Gaza: Replies 'Correct' to 'Viva Palestina'” and “New York concert ticket: Illustration deemed insensitive near 25th anniversary of 9/11”.
8 controversies · 11 sources
Music
Documented profile covering 5 controversies, including “Trapeze accidents and debate over risks in her shows” and “Criticism of initial silence during 2018 Echo scandal, followed by public condemnation of Kollegah and Farid Bang”.
5 controversies · 7 sources
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