Hollywood is a land of dreams, but behind the glittering stars lies a dark side. The scandals of the past decade have been so shocking that they rival even the most gruesome crime films. TOP 1 will leave you jaw-dropping!
No.10: Sony hack
In 2014, Sony Pictures was hacked, and a massive email leak revealed that art truly comes from life. The email exchanges between executives were particularly eye-opening. According to Variety, then-Sony Chairman Amy Pascal and producer Scott Rudin had a heated argument over the film "Jobs."
The dispute arose because Angelina Jolie was unhappy with David Fincher's direction of "Jobs" and wanted him to direct her film "Cleopatra." Pascal urged Rudin to work things out with Jolie, but Rudin retorted, calling her "talentless and spoiled." The back-and-forth between the two was more intense than an online war of words.
No. 9: Will Smith slaps Chris Rock at the Oscars
The 94th Academy Awards ceremony in 2022 shocked the world. Comedian Chris Rock was, as usual, joking with the audience. But when he was joking about Jada Smith's bald head, something unexpected happened. Jada's husband, Will Smith, suddenly appeared on stage and slapped Rock, adding, "Don't talk about my wife with that filthy mouth!" Initially, everyone was stunned, thinking it was part of the performance. But they soon realized it was a freak accident. Even more embarrassing, minutes later, Will Smith won Best Actor for "King Richard," his first Oscar.
A few months later, Will Smith released a video on his YouTube channel explaining the incident. He apologized to Rock and acknowledged his mistake to Jada and her family. However, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Board of Governors deemed his behavior intolerable and imposed a 10-year ban on him from Oscar-related activities. This slap not only left a lasting mark in Oscar history, but also significantly damaged Will Smith's image.
No. 8. Kevin Spacey's sexual assault allegations
Kevin Spacey's acting has been acclaimed for years. He delivered brilliant performances in classic films like "Se7en," "The Usual Suspects," "American Beauty," and "House of Cards," establishing him as a leading actor of his generation.
In 2017, actor Anthony Rapp accused Kevin Spacey of sexually harassing him when he was a minor. Spacey claimed on X that he had no recollection of the incident but apologized to Rapp for his "grossly inappropriate drunken behavior." However, Rapp was not the only accuser; multiple others, including members of the "House of Cards" crew, subsequently came forward to accuse Kevin Spacey of similar behavior. This series of accusations sent Spacey's career plummeting.
In 2023, Spacey was acquitted of seven counts of sexual assault and two other related charges. But his reputation was irreparable. He recently choked up on a show, and he hasn't had any income for a long time. His once-promising acting career was practically ruined.
No. 7: 2014 private photo leak
The issue of celebrity privacy leaks has always existed. For example, Paris Hilton and Pamela Anderson have both had their intimate photos leaked. However, in 2014, a massive photo and video leak shocked the internet.
The iCloud accounts of numerous celebrities, including Jennifer Lawrence and Kaley Cuoco, were hacked. Their nude photos and videos went viral. After an investigation, Apple issued a statement claiming that the hackers used a specific method to gain access to iCloud account information, not due to a security flaw on Apple's part. In the years that followed, several perpetrators were arrested and sentenced. In an interview with Vanity Fair, Jennifer Lawrence said, "This isn't a scandal, this is a sex crime. It's disgusting. The law needs to be improved, and we need to change."
This incident once again focused attention on the issue of celebrity privacy and placed immense psychological pressure on the victims.
No. 6. Johnny Depp and Amber Heard defamation lawsuit
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard met on the set of the 2011 film "The Rum Diary" and got together after Depp and Vanessa split.
They married in 2015, but the marriage didn't last long, and they divorced in 2017. It was one of the many failed Hollywood marriages, but what happened next shocked everyone. In 2018, Depp sued the media after media reports accused him of domestic violence. However, Heard's subsequent op-ed in The Washington Post escalated the situation. She claimed to be a victim of domestic violence, and while she didn't name anyone, it was widely assumed she was referring to Depp.
This series of events culminated in a defamation lawsuit between the two in 2022. Throughout the trial, every unsavory detail of their relationship was made public. The judge ultimately ordered both to pay each other varying amounts of damages, but the outcome was generally favorable to Depp. Both Depp and Heard appealed the ruling.
No. 5: Shooting on the set of "Rust"
This on-set shooting accident reminded many of the tragic Brandon Lee incident on the set of "The Crow." In October 2021, Alec Baldwin, producer and actor of the film "Rust," fatally shot cinematographer Halina Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza during a rehearsal. The truth of the incident remains murky. Baldwin claimed he never pulled the trigger, but evidence suggests otherwise.
In March 2024, a court found gunsmith Hannah guilty of negligence for failing to follow proper safety procedures for checking firearms and ammunition, resulting in the loading of live ammunition into a prop gun. She was charged with manslaughter. However, in July, the court dismissed the manslaughter charge against Baldwin due to prosecutors withholding crucial evidence. This series of back-and-forths further complicated the situation and raised deep concerns about on-set safety. However, the definitive answer to the question of who was responsible for this tragedy may never be clear.
No. 4, Danny Masterson, from star to prisoner
Danny Masterson's portrayal of Steven Hyde on "That '70s Show" left a lasting impression on me. Although he hasn't had any major hits since the sitcom ended, he's continued to appear in television series and films.
In 2017, his acting career came to an abrupt end when serious allegations were leveled against him. Three women accused him of sexual assault after 2000, prompting an investigation by the Los Angeles police. There were also reports that Masterson was a prominent member of Scientology and that the church was attempting to suppress the victims' allegations. Masterson naturally denied all the allegations, and Scientology also denied them.
In 2020, Masterson faced charges of raping three women, which he again denied. However, in 2023, he was convicted of raping two women and sentenced to up to 30 years in prison.
No. 3: P. Diddy sexual assault allegations
Sean Combs, better known as P. Diddy, went viral in September 2024 when news broke that he was facing 120 sexual assault lawsuits, shattering his glamorous facade.
Reports indicate that his victims ranged in age and gender, with the youngest being just nine years old. This was actually a secret, as many of the assaults occurred at parties he hosted, involving many prominent figures.
Prosecutor Tony Buzbee stated that investigators are confirming and corroborating the information they have, and the names of those implicated will be surprising to the public. P. Diddy denied the allegations, but was arrested and denied bail. He faces multiple federal charges, including sex trafficking and soliciting prostitution. His trial is scheduled for May 2025, and we remain eager to see which celebrities will be implicated in this scandal.
No. 2, the spark for the #MeToo movement
Harvey Weinstein was once one of Hollywood's most powerful producers. In 2017, a series of negative reports about him surfaced, accusing him of using his power to sexually harass, assault, and rape multiple women. This incident, like a domino effect, led to more accusations against Weinstein, sparking a widespread discussion about sexual harassment across various industries.
This became known as the #MeToo movement. Women have spoken out about their experiences and exposed companies that protect sexual predators. For example, in 2023, Julia Ormond sued Disney and other companies, accusing them of enabling Harvey Weinstein's shameless behavior. The former film industry mogul was arrested in 2020 for sexually assaulting two women and sentenced to 23 years in prison. As the case progressed and more charges emerged, he received an additional 16 years in prison in 2023.
No. 1, Loli Island Incident
Epstein was born on January 20, 1953, into a working-class Jewish family in Brooklyn, New York. In 1981, he founded a financial management company specializing in serving individuals with assets exceeding $1 billion. He later expanded his business, establishing Epstein Investments, to further expand his network. In 1991, Maxwell, the daughter of a British publishing tycoon, began dating Epstein and helped him find young women.
In 1998, Epstein purchased Little Saint James Island, also known as "Lolita Island." Its comprehensive facilities and secluded location made it a perfect "ground for lawlessness." The young women lured there were often from impoverished and immature backgrounds, forced into service to the powerful. In 2005, Epstein was criminally charged with sexually assaulting young women. In 2008, he plea-bargained and was sentenced to 18 months of detention and work probation, serving only 13 months. After his release from prison, he intensified his illegal activities, expanding them into a pyramid scheme. In July 2019, Epstein was arrested again based on testimony from his victims. This time, the evidence was irrefutable, but he died under mysterious circumstances in prison in August, and the cause of his death remains unclear.
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