In the glitzy world of entertainment, celebrity feuds often take center stage, captivating the public with their dramatic twists and turns. Whether sparked by professional rivalries, personal disagreements, or social media spats, these clashes between high-profile personalities become headline fodder, leaving fans eagerly speculating about the underlying tensions. As the feud unfolds in the public eye, the celebrity skirmishes offer a glimpse into the complexities of fame, reminding us that even the glamorous facade of stardom can’t always mask the human dynamics at play.
Taylor Swift and Katy Perry
While Taylor Swift is known for expressing her grievances through music without explicitly naming targets, the hints in her lyrics suggest a longstanding feud with Katy Perry. BuzzFeed reports that the Swift-Perry conflict has endured for years, although a reconciliation appears to have occurred, as evidenced by a hug in Swift’s music video for “You Need to Calm Down.”
Mariah Carey and Jennifer Lopez
Following Mariah Carey’s iconic “I don’t know her” remark directed at Jennifer Lopez, the online sphere has been rife with speculation about a notable tension between the two. Yahoo reports a persistent feud between Carey and Lopez, and signs indicate that it’s far from reaching a resolution.
Mariah Carey and Demi Lovato
The Carey/Lopez feud spilled over into other celebrities’ lives, with Demi Lovato defending Ariana Grande in a now-deleted post captured by thecelebriteanews on Instagram. Not only did Lovato support Grande, but she also threw extra shade at Carey for her “nasty comments” about Lopez, expressing that Carey is “mean for no reason” and unnecessarily rude, according to Billboard. Lovato emphasized her willingness to speak up, stating, “Jen keeps it classy, but I’m not afraid to say sh*t.”
Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey
While some of Mariah Carey’s conflicts with other stars have been subtle, her feud with Nicki Minaj during their time as judges on American Idol was anything but. Describing the experience as “like going to work every day in hell with Satan,” Carey openly expressed her disdain, while Minaj, not one to mince words, declared, “I’m not fing putting up with her fing highness,” as reported by MTV.
Nicki Minaj and Miley Cyrus
Refinery29 and other platforms have long discussed Miley Cyrus and cultural appropriation, but tensions escalated after Cyrus criticized Nicki Minaj on Twitter following the 2015 VMAs. In response, Minaj, expressing displeasure with both the criticism and the appropriation, highlighted the inconsistency of Cyrus’s approach to racial issues despite her involvement with black men and women on stage, as noted in an interview with People.
Taylor Swift and Kanye West
The enduring feud between Taylor Swift and Kanye West has been a headline-grabbing saga in the music industry. It reached a boiling point with the infamous 2009 MTV Video Music Awards incident, where West interrupted Swift’s acceptance speech, and later resurfaced with the release of West’s song “Famous” in 2016, reigniting tensions and public disagreements between the two artists.
Taylor Swift and Diplo
Diplo, Katy Perry’s former partner, took to Twitter, suggesting the creation of a Kickstarter to enhance Taylor Swift’s figure and likened Swift’s fans to the North Korean Army. It seems unlikely that a friendship will be blossoming between the two anytime soon.
Azalea Banks and Zayn Malik
Azalea Banks accused Zayn Malik of plagiarism and making racist remarks. Despite a subsequent apology from Banks, their Twitter exchange has left them still at odds and not on good terms.
Azealia Banks and Skai Jackson
After Skai Jackson defended Zayn Malik from Azalea Banks’ offensive tweets, Banks redirected her animosity towards Jackson. In a now-deleted tweet, Banks criticized Jackson’s physical appearance, prompting Jackson to respond with a classy comeback about professionalism and career pursuits.
Chelsea Handler and Angelina Jolie
Us Weekly reported that Chelsea Handler referred to Angelina Jolie as a “demon” and a “homewrecker,” adding that Jolie is someone “you’d want to avoid.” InTouch Weekly noted that Jolie’s conspicuous silence in response to Handler’s comments seems to be a deliberate snub.
Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton
As per Bustle, Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton’s relationship is strained due to years of drama, and while they’ve kept relatively silent about each other, they are far from being the close friends they once were.
Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan
While you might have considered the feud between Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan in the 2000s to be ancient history, recent events brought it back to the forefront. The New York Post reported that Hilton’s brother was allegedly attacked at the behest of Lohan, reigniting tensions after the Hiltons were claimed to be throwing shade at Lohan.
Lindsay Lohan and Amanda Bynes
The saga initiated with Lindsay Lohan’s tweet questioning why she faced legal consequences while a Nickelodeon star remained unpunished. Speculation arose that the tweet was aimed at Amanda Bynes. In response, Bynes reportedly threw some shade at Lohan, as reported by Us Weekly.
Lindsay Lohan and Tara Reid
Speaking to TMZ, Tara Reid asserted that she and Lindsay Lohan harbor genuine animosity towards each other, with The Huffington Post suggesting that excessive alcohol and partying could be contributing factors.
Christina Aguilera and Kelly Osbourne
While Christina Aguilera has chosen to keep a low profile regarding the issue, Kelly Osbourne has been openly critical, often referring to Aguilera as “fat” and expressing a clear dislike for the singer, as reported by People.
Justin Bieber and Orlando Bloom
Us Weekly reports that the conflict between Justin Bieber and Orlando Bloom originated from Bieber’s flirtation with Bloom’s ex, Miranda Kerr, and Bloom being seen with Bieber’s ex, Selena Gomez. The tension escalated to the point where Bloom physically confronted Bieber, intensifying their feud.
Justin Bieber and Patrick Carney
Expressing his dislike for Justin Bieber in a Rolling Stone interview, The Black Keys’ drummer, Patrick Carney, is reciprocated with disdain, as Bieber tweeted, “The Black Keys drummer should be slapped around haha.”
Justin Bieber and Seth Rogen
Seth Rogen left no room for ambiguity when he tweeted, “All jokes aside, Justin Bieber is a piece of sh*t,” following a brief encounter with the singer. Bieber fired back with a tweet, suggesting it was Rogen who exhibited poor behavior, stating, “Seth Rogen sorry I didn’t bow down when I asked 2 meet u.”
Paula Deen and Anthony Bourdain
Describing Paula Deen as “the worst, most dangerous person to America,” the late Anthony Bourdain expressed his sentiments in an interview with TV Guide. Responding to Bourdain’s comments in an interview with Page Six, Paula Deen retorted, “Anthony Bourdain needs to get a life.”
Drake and Chris Brown
During a radio interview with “The Breakfast Club” on Power 105.1, Chris Brown criticized Drake and made derogatory comments about Drake’s rumored attraction to his ex-girlfriend, Rihanna. Responding to Brown’s remarks, Drake fired back with some strongly worded statements, as reported by Billboard.
Drake and Meek Mill
The feud seemingly originated from Meek Mill’s tweet, where he asserted that Drake doesn’t write his own raps. In response, Drake hit back with lyrics, as highlighted by Rolling Stone, including lines like, “I let the diss record drop, you were standing right below me, n***a.” The exchange marked a notable clash between the two artists.
Drake and Future
MTV reported that the feud ignited when Future provided what appeared to be a critical assessment of Drake’s music, stating, “Drake made an album that is full of hits but it doesn’t grab you.” Notably, Future was subsequently removed from Drake’s tour, leading to a lawsuit filed by Future, who claims he is owed 1.5 million dollars, as per Page Six.
Olivia Rodrigo and Courtney Love
In 2021, Courtney Love pointed out similarities between Olivia Rodrigo’s Sour Prom promo shots and the cover of Hole’s Live Through This album on Instagram, prompting Olivia to respond with appreciation, saying, “love u and live through this sooooo much.” Several more condescending posts between the two followed.
Jon Hamm and Kim Kardashian
In a 2012 interview with Elle UK, Jon expressed his views on reality TV, stating, “Whether it’s Paris Hilton or Kim Kardashian or whoever, stupidity is certainly celebrated.” He went on to assert, “Being a f—king idiot is a valuable commodity in this culture because you’re rewarded significantly…It’s celebrated. It doesn’t make sense to me.”
Jennifer Aniston and Kanye West
In October 2020, Jen shared pictures on Instagram as she submitted her ballot for the presidential election, expressing her endorsement for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in the caption. Concluding her post, she emphasized, “PS – It’s not funny to vote for Kanye. I don’t know how else to say it. Please be responsible 🙏🏼,” referencing Kanye West’s encouragement for people to write his name on their ballots.
Doja Cat and Noah Schnapp
In the summer of 2022, following the release of Stranger Things Season 4, Noah Schnapp posted a now-deleted TikTok revealing private messages with Doja Cat, where she asked him to tell his co-star Joseph Quinn to contact her. In response, Doja Cat went on TikTok Live, expressing disappointment over Noah sharing information she wasn’t comfortable with and describing the situation as “very degrading,” “exploitative,” and “super embarrassing.”
Jojo Siwa and Candace Cameron Bure
In 2022, JoJo initially called Candace Cameron Bure the “rudest celebrity” in a now-deleted TikTok, but after a private apology, Candace assured everyone they were “all good.” However, a few months later, JoJo expressed disappointment over Candace’s comments promoting “traditional marriage” on Great American Family, stating that it was hurtful to the LGBTQIA+ community. In an interview, JoJo revealed she hadn’t spoken to Candace since and doubted they would communicate again.
Martha Stewart and Gwyneth Paltrow
In a 2014 interview, Martha Stewart criticized Gwyneth Paltrow, stating that as a movie star, Gwyneth should “just be quiet” and not try to emulate Martha. Later that year, Martha Stewart Living featured a six-page spread on pies titled “Conscious Coupling,” seemingly alluding to Gwyneth’s famous phrase “conscious uncoupling” used to describe her divorce.
Bella Thorne and Whoopi Goldberg
In 2019, after a hacker threatened to release her nude photos, Bella Thorne shared them herself on Twitter to reclaim control. Whoopi Goldberg, discussing the situation on The View, placed blame on Bella, prompting Bella to respond tearfully on Instagram, accusing Whoopi of spreading damaging opinions about young girls who take such photos.
Ryan Murphy and Kings of Leon
In a 2011 interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Glee creator Ryan Murphy criticized Kings of Leon for refusing to allow their song on the show, calling them “self-centered a—holes.” Nathan Followill, the band’s drummer, responded on Twitter, suggesting Murphy focus on educating children and later apologized for his tweet, which was criticized for being homophobic and misogynistic. The original tweet has been deleted.
Tia Mowry and Charlize Theron
In 2014, Tia Mowry claimed in an In Touch interview that Charlize Theron was unfriendly to her at SoulCycle, alleging that Charlize rolled her eyes and said, “Oh my God,” when Tia approached her. Tia emphasized that she knows how to approach another celebrity and that Charlize was just mean. Three years later, when asked about Tia’s comments on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Charlize denied the allegations, stating she’s actually very friendly at SoulCycle and doesn’t recall seeing Tia there.
Jay Baruchel and Jonah Hill
In the movie “This Is the End,” Jay Baruchel’s on-screen animosity towards Jonah Hill extended beyond the camera, with Baruchel admitting, “Jonah and I don’t get along super well, or at least didn’t back then.” The 41-year-old actor discussed the strained relationship while recalling his experience working with Hill in the 2013 apocalyptic comedy during a resurfaced May 2023 interview on The Daily Beast’s podcast “The Last Laugh.”
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