Many renowned television figures, particularly actors and singers, are known for their difficult personalities. Their talent may garner love and admiration from fans and viewers, however their personal conflicts and often objectionable conduct make them less appealing. In actuality, the number of individuals who fit this description is rather substantial. We’ve pared down a list to the top 20 screen stars who are adored on the small screen but in reality? Not exactly!
Charlie Sheen
Unless you are living under the rock, you must know that Charlie Sheen is not quite as he looks on Two and A Half Man. His behavior is exactly what got him fired from the popular TV show. Accompanied with frequent change of tempter, anger, drinking and drug addition, Sheen is known as the most undesirable movie star to work with. Showing no respect for authority, his colleagues as well as his female partners, Sheen has ended up in many court proceedings which has only brought him negative popularity and labeled him as unstable person.
Reese Witherspoon
The Big Little Lies and Sweet Home Alabama star Reese Witherspoon appears to be much more different in real life as she is as a character in her movies. The rom-com TV star is especially beloved for her innocent smile and her representation of down-to-earth woman. Well, that is not quite true. On many occasion, Reese appeared to be arrogant and disrespectful, especially towards police authorities. Apparently this type of behavior has made her arrested. However, she still continues to feel entitled and throws her name around like she is some diva.
Patrick Dempsey
From the moment the female audience became in love with the cute doctor in Grey’s Anatomy, Patrick Dempsey made a negative turn in his behavior and relationship with others. This was particularly present on the filming sets where his co-workers couldn’t deal with his attitude. The lack of kindness and being completely rude to the entire cast and the crew has lead to his end in the extra popular TV show. Namely, it was the producer itself, Shonda Rhimes, that could not handle the erratic and unacceptable behavior and she ended his character.
Julia Roberts
Considered as the actress with the most beautiful smile in Hollywood and wider, Julia Roberts has proved herself many times that her acting abilities are more than excellent. However, the Pretty woman star has been accused as not the most desirable person to work with. The strongest comment on this topic has come from Steven Spielberg himself, stating that working with extremely emotional people like her is very hard. Namely, that particular state of being overemotional and egoistic has made problem for Julia not only on the workplace but with her personal relationship with her sister too.
Jennifer Lawrence
JLaw, often viewed as the highest earning actress, is not as sweet and innocent as her public image suggests. She has showcased her versatile talent by embodying various characters in an array of films, proving her ability to embody diverse personalities, temperaments and appearances. Off-stage, however, she is regarded as haughty, notably towards her fan base. She has exhibited an unpleasant demeanor toward her followers on numerous occasions, a claim she acknowledged but justified as her unique coping mechanism for fame. It seems like kindness certainly has its merits after all!
Spike Lee
Being multi-talented and appreciated for your skills is a huge thing that pays really well. But that usually changes people most commonly in their behavior and attitude. Spike Lee is one of those persons who has let the fame hit in his head. The most outrageous thing that he has done that has turned the worldwide attention was a visit to a university were has was supposed to hold a lecture. Being over his head, he has cut the lecture short by 40 minutes and avoided the scheduled part of Q&A that left a dark mark in the eyes of the fans.
Tom Cruise
Famed for his roles in blockbuster films, Tom Cruise is another addition to the roster of television celebrities who appear to have eccentric personal lives. Despite his previous two unsuccessful marriages, Cruise’s reputation hinges on his unpredictable behavior and recurrent emotional eruptions. During his marriage to Katie Holmes, he instituted some peculiar restrictions that applied both to her and their offspring. His most shocking stipulation was forbidding Holmes from conversing with his former wife, Nicole Kidman. Those close to him attribute his unusual actions to his involvement with Scientology.
Katherine Heigl
The latest new addition to the mega-popular TV show Suits included the lovely blonde Katherine Heigl as the fierce and strong lawyer Samantha Wheeler. After being out of the movie scene for some time, Heigl has made a comeback which also followed by some bad reputation. That is mainly connected and refers to her criticizing many of her own project. Another notable thing was her talking very harsh for her colleagues and other celebrities, that many of them found it unfounded and undeserving. What has been over the top was a nomination for Emmy that she refused because her in her opinion the writing was poor and she would be undeserving of the recognition and award.
Cameron Diaz
Cameron Diaz is another blonde figurehead in Hollywood known for her strong opinions and her willingness to express them. Much of her criticism stems from the disdain she holds for her fans, particularly those who ask for her autograph. Typically, those who have approached her for an autograph have been subjected to her contemptuous rhetoric – she chides them, even calling them out on the foolishness of seeking autographs. While the rationale for her stance remains her own, there are certainly more tactful approaches available to express reluctance in signing autographs than shouting at her fans.
Christian Bale
The best Batman of all times is known as a hard and very difficult man, considering his personality. His moodiness, tendencies to perfection, undermining the others and being rude has made him the most undesirable person to work with and that title is following him through the years. From the moment an audio tape was released on which Bale was recorded yelling uncontrollably and verbally assaulting one of the directors of set, the entire TV industry and the world-wide audience got the real picture what was behind the face of this talent.
Mel Gibson
Despite his unquestionable acting talents and the numerous accolades he’s earned throughout his prolonged career, Mel Gibson’s personal life is rather less admirable. He has a record of inappropriate actions. It began with an arrest for DUI, then came a series of anti-Semitic remarks that were not welcomed by the community. The chain of missteps continued with him making sexist comments, further tarnishing his reputation. Gibson seldom offers apologies for his offensive outbursts, which only serves to stoke the flames of disapproval towards him.
Jared Leto
It’s yet another example that exceptional acting talents don’t always coincide with a pleasant demeanor, as shown by the actor Jared Leto. His acting prowess cannot be disputed, but his private persona leans toward arrogance. He’s infamous for his lack of respect towards his peers in the film industry, making him an unwelcome addition to many teams due to his obnoxious and disrespectful attitude. In one notable instance, he sent his coworkers a distasteful gift comprising of bullets, beads and used condoms. This appalling gesture solidified his reputation as a television actor one would prefer not to associate with.
Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp is a celebrity whose true character can be puzzling to discern. Publicly, he comes across as quite philanthropic, engaging in charitable endeavors, endorsing and contributing to organizations, and providing assistance when required. However, this image tends to change behind closed doors, away from public scrutiny, where he supposedly takes on a different persona. His former wife, Amber Heard, is a testament to these darker characteristics. The mental and physical torment she endured during their marriage was the main cause of their separation. His habits of arriving inebriated at work and becoming embroiled in confrontations further detract from his image.
Catherine Zeta-Jones
This attractive visage may be misleading. The most astonishing aspect of this television celebrity is perhaps her behavior towards those surrounding her. There is a long roster of individuals who have been upset by her actions. This includes not giving gratuities at dining establishments and demanding to be the sole customer present, which says volumes about her character. She has also been noted to ask for a hotel’s gym to be closed down entirely during her stay for her own private use. This specific incident has similarly occurred where she resides, impacting other residents as well.
Gwyneth Paltrow
Well, Piper from Iron Man is everything but an average person. Looks like the actress decided to become a bit like her character in her private life, but that did not turn quite right. Starting with avoiding consumption of coffee and alcohol, the list increased to dairy, eggs, sugar fish, meat and many other products. Thinking that this might be just enough to promote herself as a lifestyle expert, she saw and turned this into a marketing opportunity. But, in fact, Paltrow has been labeled as nothing similar to a lifestyle expert but a rich, unstable woman who has an evident eating disorder.
Terrence Howard
Similar to Luscious Lion, the lead character he portrays on a TV show, Terrence Howard also has a troubled history in his personal life, primarily linked to women. His first brush with scandalous behavior making headlines was when he assaulted his first wife on grounds of her speaking to him assertively. This was followed by another incident where he was accused of physically hitting his second wife. His second wife also alleged that he violently tossed her across a room and even threatened to hurl her off a balcony. These incidents paint a rather disturbing image of him!
Mike Myers
This is a persona that can, quite incredibly, land you a pink slip if you’re reported to have given him a disrespectful glance. Myers has a reputation for being self-centered and manipulative, making him an undesirable boss or team mate. His unpredictable actions and reluctance to endorse a toy, modelled after his very own character no less, adversely affected one toy company’s reputation. He was unphased by this seemingly significant situation and even demanded an expedited shipment of the same toys, without offering to cover the additional delivery costs.
Zooey Deschanel
Performing in comedy shows might pose a challenge for certain television celebrities, Zooey Deschanel included. Despite always being seen with a smile on her face, engaging in playful behavior, and coming off as exceedingly friendly, Deschanel is said to actually be quite difficult to collaborate with. Her frequent shifts in mood, inclination to use harsh language, and consistent displeasure on set tend to permeate her work environment with a negative energy. Her desire for everything to proceed according to her plan and schedule has resulted in her being perceived as someone whom others are not particularly keen on associating or working with.
Zack Braff
The moment a celebrity begins to behave eccentrically and demands explicit dietary conditions, the public often labels them as difficult to like. Zack Braff, known for his comedic prowess and fun-loving persona, shocked many with his contentious demand for a specific coffee type, served in a unique place along with an elaborate procedure for its delivery. This absurdity is further heightened by his resistance to collaborate with co-workers and those who don’t meet his standard of physical attractiveness. All this effort just to appear more attractive himself? Not a good look at all!
Steven Seagal
There are not enough negative descriptors to adequately express the film industry’s distaste for Steven Seagal. Even the creator and producer of Saturday Night Live have gone on record stating that he was the show’s most troublesome host. It gets worse when considering Seagal’s behavior toward his stuntmen. He displays a lack of respect and rudeness, and has even physically assaulted them, striking them in their private parts. This sort of physical abuse is never excusable, especially from a television figure. Surely, no mature adult would behave in such a manner, correct?