Music
Sia
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “Casting non-autistic Maddie Ziegler in the lead role of 'Music'” and “Criticism over the use of Autism Speaks as a resource or consultant for the film”.
8 controversies · 10 sources
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Slash
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “Second federal lawsuit against Axl Rose over copyright administration and royalties” and “Axl Rose's legal and public counterattack against Slash”.
8 controversies · 7 sources1 formal charge
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Slimane
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “Dispute over 182 000 euros in damages following his conviction” and “Technician's complaint, investigation and conviction for psychological harassment by electronic means”.
8 controversies · 14 sources1 conviction1 formal charge
Music
SZA
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “2025–2026: Telekinesis copyright complaint partly survives dismissal, then permanently withdrawn by claimant” and “2026: forceful condemnation of AI music training on her works, with allegations involving Suno/Diplo”.
8 controversies · 16 sources
Music
Usher
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “Super Bowl 2024: Embrace with Alicia Keys sparks viral controversy and public defence” and “BET Awards 2024: Much of speech muted on broadcast; BET cites audio malfunction and apologises”.
8 controversies · 13 sources
Music
Varg Vikernes
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “YouTube and Other Platforms: Account Removals under Hate Speech Policies” and “France: Conviction for Incitement to Racial Hatred and Glorification of a War Crime”.
8 controversies · 13 sources3 convictions3 formal charges
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Zara Larsson
Documented profile covering 8 controversies, including “2026: vehement messages against ICE and official White House response using Lush Life” and “2026: abortion joke, backlash and claimed loss of $3 million brand deal”.
8 controversies · 10 sources
Music
AKA Kiernan Forbes
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Anele Tembe: domestic violence allegations, AKA's denial, no prosecution and inquest postponed until September 2026” and “AKA's murder in 2023: seven defendants before High Court and trial set for October–November 2026”.
7 controversies · 13 sources
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Angèle
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “French tax investigation into her residence and income” and “Allegations of plagiarism and appropriation concerning the 'Dis-le' music video”.
7 controversies · 7 sources
Music
Aviv Geffen
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Refusal to sign artists' petition condemning Israeli actions in Gaza” and “Detained during demonstration against judicial reform”.
7 controversies · 9 sources
Music
Avril Lavigne
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “"Melissa" conspiracy theory claiming Avril Lavigne died and was replaced” and “Hello Kitty: allegations of racism and Japanese stereotypes, rejected by Lavigne”.
7 controversies · 14 sources
Music
Burna Boy
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2025: early departure from Greater Lagos Countdown following fan's intrusion onto stage” and “2025: Denver concert — sleeping audience member ejected, triggering strong backlash”.
7 controversies · 15 sources1 formal charge
Music
Damso
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
DJ Bobo
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
Dua Lipa
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
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Eric Clapton
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
Eyal Golan
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
Feid
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
Music
Hikaru Utada
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Minor online backlash after joke about fully booked soba restaurant and response about humour” and “Mine or Yours lyrics on married couples' surnames: political debate in 2025”.
7 controversies · 13 sources
Music
Jacek Brzozowski
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2025: guilty plea to penetrative sexual activity with a child” and “3 March 2025: acquitted of inciting a child to engage in sexual activity”.
7 controversies · 4 sources1 conviction1 formal charge
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Jaejoong
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Denunciation of "sasaeng taxis" following him for twenty years and threat of legal action” and “Tax audit: approximately 100 million won in additional tax, agency cites reporting differences between Japan and Korea”.
7 controversies · 14 sources
Music
Johnny Kitagawa
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Independent 2023 report: systemic sexual abuse of hundreds of boys and young men over decades” and “Structural pressure on media and casting: implicit threat to withdraw artists and television dependency system”.
7 controversies · 11 sources
Music
Jonathan King
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “New prosecution for historical sexual offences: 2018 trial halted over serious disclosure failures” and “2007 song about Harold Shipman accused of sympathising with serial killer”.
7 controversies · 13 sources1 conviction1 formal charge
Music
Karol G
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2025–2026: Gatúbela lawsuit followed by withdrawal and public apology by claimants” and “2023–2025: copyright action targeting Don't Be Shy”.
7 controversies · 12 sources
Music
Kurt Cobain
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2014 police review upholds suicide finding” and “Posthumous controversy over 'Nevermind' cover and Elden proceedings”.
7 controversies · 8 sources
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Lead Belly
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “1937–1938: 'Bourgeois Blues', denunciation of Washington segregation and association with activist left” and “1940s: controversy over children's record performed by a 'convicted murderer'”.
7 controversies · 7 sources3 convictions3 formal charges
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Liam Payne
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Death in Buenos Aires: official toxicology and subsequent proceedings against alleged drug suppliers” and “Maya Henry: cease-and-desist notice and allegations of repeated unwanted contact”.
7 controversies · 15 sources
Music
Lorde
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Israel: Cancellation of Tel Aviv Concert Followed by Catalogue Geoblocking in No Music for Genocide Campaign” and “Te Ao Mārama: Accusations of Tokenism and Appropriation Surrounding Te Reo Māori EP”.
7 controversies · 11 sources
MusicArts, letters and intellectuals
Malcolm McLaren
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Royalties, management and Glitterbest funds dispute, followed by 1986 settlement” and “'Duck Rock': cultural appropriation and lack of credits for South African musicians”.
7 controversies · 10 sources
Music
Maluma
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2024–2025: +57 — Maluma performs line referring to '14 years', followed by amendment and court ruling” and “2025: interrupts Mexico City concert to reprimand mother for bringing baby without hearing protection”.
7 controversies · 14 sources
Music
Médine
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Old video containing homophobic insult, followed by public regret” and “Past closeness to Dieudonné and 'quenelle' gesture, subsequently regretted”.
7 controversies · 12 sources
Music
Naira Marley
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “EFCC trial for computer fraud and bank card data” and “MohBad's death: detention and investigation involving Naira Marley, followed by discharge for insufficient evidence”.
7 controversies · 11 sources1 conviction2 formal charges
Music
Olivia Rodrigo
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2024: Emergency contraception distributed at concert and false claims that it consisted of 'abortion pills'” and “June 2022: Strong speech against Dobbs ruling at Glastonbury”.
7 controversies · 11 sources
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Ozuna
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2021–2026: Ozuna named in Steely & Clevie 'dembow' litigation” and “2025: BCN Catering sues Ozuna and NIBIRU over Instapuff vape promotion contract”.
7 controversies · 8 sources
Film, television and entertainmentMusic
Patrick Sébastien
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
Paul Gambaccini
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
Music
Rauw Alejandro
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2021–2026: Rauw Alejandro named in Steely & Clevie 'dembow' litigation” and “2024–2025: Zurich promoter sues Rauw Alejandro for defamation and interference following cancelled concert”.
7 controversies · 9 sources
Music
Rema
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2025: Coachella — debut performance called a "disaster" after delay and severe technical problems” and “2023–2024: O2 Arena — accusations of satanism over bats, masks and references to Kingdom of Benin”.
7 controversies · 9 sources
Music
Robert Plant
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “'Stairway to Heaven': Plagiarism allegation ultimately rejected” and “2013–2014: Conflicting signals about reunion followed by tense public exchange with Jimmy Page”.
7 controversies · 12 sources
Music
Roger Daltrey
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Hypocrisy allegations after criticising touring obstacles caused by Brexit” and “Political remarks: Jeremy Corbyn called 'communist' and public support for Brexit”.
7 controversies · 14 sources
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Sabrina Carpenter
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2026: mistakes Arabic zaghrouta for 'yodelling' at Coachella, backlash and subsequent apology” and “2026: repeated attempted intrusions by alleged stalker and five-year restraining order”.
7 controversies · 12 sources
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Selena Gomez
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “'Emilia Pérez': Criticism in Mexico over Spanish and cultural authenticity; Gomez responds” and “Tearful video about immigration deportations: Post deleted after political backlash”.
7 controversies · 11 sources
Music
Stromae
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “Performance of 'L'enfer' on TF1's news programme and debate over journalistic ethics” and “Disputed working conditions during filming of the 'Fils de joie' music video”.
7 controversies · 16 sources
MusicBusiness and billionaires
Victoria Beckham
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2018–2026: prolonged losses and financing of fashion group, followed by turnaround and first operating profit” and “2026: public rift with Brooklyn Beckham and allegations concerning family control, brand and wedding”.
7 controversies · 13 sources
MusicFilm, television and entertainment
Whindersson Nunes
Documented profile covering 7 controversies, including “2026: 'Trap do Gago' dispute — first lawsuit withdrawn, new R$100,000 action still pending” and “2023–2024: Fabricated screenshots suggesting relationship with Jéssica Canedo; investigation finds Whindersson did not write messages”.
7 controversies · 8 sources
Music
Ali B
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “Rape of Ellen ten Damme in Morocco: three-year sentence on appeal in the combined case” and “Rape of Naomi at a songwriting camp in 2018: conviction upheld and detailed on appeal”.
6 controversies · 5 sources1 conviction1 formal charge
Music
Avicii
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “Posthumous Legal Proceedings by Former Manager over His Portrayal in Films, Books and Publications” and “Conspiracy Theories Falsely Claiming Avicii Was Killed for Exposing a Paedophile Network”.
6 controversies · 12 sources
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Billie Eilish
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour: Fans criticise high ticket prices despite anti-resale measures” and “Multiple vinyl editions: Music industry criticism followed by hypocrisy accusations over her own variants”.
6 controversies · 9 sources