00:00To begin tonight with the alarming images now emerging of Sean Diddy combs,
00:03the new video obtained exclusively by CNN.
00:06Welcome to Watch Mojo.
00:08And today we're looking at celebrities who face the most backlash and overall dislike in 2024.
00:13And all I can say about that is thank God for the money.
00:17Number 10 Ashton Kutcher.
00:19Ashton Kutcher's reputation as a lovable goofball face significant challenges in 2024,
00:24while his prior involvement in writing a character reference for his convicted co-star
00:28Danny Masterson remains controversial.
00:30The actors were criticized for calling their former co-star a role model, among other things.
00:35It's his connection to Sean Diddy Combs that has drawn new scrutiny.
00:39The actor was a regular at Diddy's parties in the early 2000s,
00:42and even co-hosted one of the mogul's notorious white parties.
00:45Kutcher has since downplayed his involvement in the events,
00:48which are part of serious accusations aimed at Combs.
00:50Wow, okay, I've got a lot I can't tell.
00:53Further resurfaced clips of Kutcher have also raised eyebrows,
00:56including a moment in 2003,
00:58where he commented that Hilary Duff was one of the girls we're all waiting to turn 18.
01:022003 movie, cheaper by the dozen.
01:05She's one of the girls that we're all waiting for to turn 18, along with the Olsen twins.
01:12Number 9 Justin Timberlake.
01:20To say Justin Timberlake had a challenging 2024 would be a wee bit of an understatement.
01:25Over the summer, Timberlake was arrested in Long Island
01:28for failing to obey a stop sign and driving erratically.
01:31Timberlake had bloodshot glassy eyes, slowed speech, and was unsteady on his feet.
01:37While he initially pleaded not guilty to driving while intoxicated,
01:40he later accepted a reduced charge, paying a small fine,
01:43accepting community service, and making a public safety announcement.
01:46Even if you've had one drink, don't get behind the wheel of a car.
01:51This latest fumble, which also got his driver's license suspended,
01:54did little to erase the previous image tarnishing caused by Britney Spears' memoir,
01:58where she accused her ex of infidelity, among other damning claims.
02:02He initiated over text, saying that she was devastated,
02:06yet portrayed by the media as a harlot who'd broken the heart of America's golden boy.
02:11However, the Forget Tomorrow world tour has been mostly successful,
02:14indicating Justin's loyal fans still have his back.
02:17Number 8 Katy Perry.
02:19Katy Perry's public standing, once a teenage dream,
02:26turned into something more akin to a nightmare in 2024.
02:29The pop star's highly anticipated comeback failed to generate the positive buzz she'd hoped for.
02:34Criticism arose over the music video for Woman's World, which included lyrics like,
02:39"'It's a woman's world, and you're lucky to be living in it.'"
02:41Fans were not happy to learn it was produced by Dr. Luke,
02:45who had previously been accused of several forms of abuse by Kesha.
02:48Adding to her woes, Perry's Lifetime's music video shoot caused environmental controversy
02:53when it took place in the protected dunes of the Balearic Islands.
02:57All of this led to underperforming singles and social media takedowns from the public.
03:06Number 7 Kanye West.
03:09Kanye West's tumultuous 2024 has done little to lure the public back to his side.
03:13In June, former assistant Lauren Pichotta sued West for sexual harassment,
03:18assault, and wrongful termination.
03:20Pichotta worked for West for about a year and a half
03:23after she was hired by the rapper in July of 2021.
03:27In October, a former director of intelligence accused West of instructing him to investigate
03:32the Kardashians and tail his wife, Beyonce.
03:36Earlier in the year, former employee Benjamin DeSean Provo also filed a lawsuit claiming
03:41he was fired for refusing to shave his dreadlocks, which are tied to his Muslim faith.
03:45Meanwhile, project manager Murphy Aficionado alleged unpaid wages and detailed being subjected
03:51to racist lectures and anti-Semitic conspiracies involving the Kardashians.
03:55The former Yeezy project manager claims Kanye's alleged anti-Semitic tirades and conspiracies
04:00were a daily occurrence.
04:02Will Kanye's woes ever end?
04:04Number 6 Ellen DeGeneres.
04:06Ellen DeGeneres' reputation as the so-called
04:09Queen of Kindness continued to decline in 2024.
04:12Former staff members have once again spoken out regarding allegations of a toxic workplace
04:17on her now-defunct talk show.
04:18So when Ellen says she's not aware of this environment, you don't think that rings true?
04:24It's a lie.
04:24The controversy, which began in 2020 with claims of racism,
04:28The controversy, which began in 2020 with claims of racism,
04:31bullying, and harassment, resurfaced after the release of Ellen's 2024 Netflix special.
04:39In it, DeGeneres addressed the backlash by describing the accusations as devastating.
04:44However, former employees criticized her response, accusing Ellen of downplaying
04:48their experiences and reframing herself as a victim of media scrutiny.
04:51Much of the public agreed, saying the special was simply Ellen's attempt at reframing the narrative.
04:58Number 5 Artem Chigvintsev
05:02Best known for his performances on Dancing with the Stars, Artem Chigvintsev became
05:06embroiled in controversy in 2024 following a nasty split from Nicki Garcia.
05:11In August, just days after celebrating their second wedding anniversary,
05:14Chigvintsev was arrested on suspicion of felony domestic violence, though charges were later
05:19dropped.
05:23Both he and Garcia have accused each other of being the aggressor,
05:26and each has obtained a restraining order against the other.
05:40The incident, and his perceived lack of accountability, made Chigvintsev a hugely
05:44polarizing figure online, especially among fans of Dancing with the Stars. Chigvintsev
05:48did not return for the latest season of the ABC dance competition series,
05:52and it's unknown if he will be back.
05:54Number 4 Jake Paul
05:56Jake Paul has long been despised by the public, and 2024 has certainly not changed that.
06:20The former YouTuber and Disney Channel actor has faced prior accusations of being a racist bully
06:27and mistreating his entourage and girlfriends. Known for his inflated ego and flaunting of wealth,
06:33the now notorious boxer obnoxiously taunts his opponents, further fueling his divisive
06:37reputation. The 27-year-old's highly anticipated fight against 58-year-old Mike Tyson also sparked
06:43widespread criticism, with many accusing the match of being staged while others deemed it
06:47unfair given the vast age difference. It's no surprise that Jake Paul's countless critics
06:52continue to root for an opponent to finally take him down in the ring.
07:08Number 3 Meghan Markle
07:10Meghan Markle's strained relationship with the British royal family continues to fuel her
07:14dislike, with many accusing the Duchess of Sussex of exploiting her royal connections for fame.
07:20Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, Meghan and Prince Harry have relocated to
07:24California, focusing on philanthropy and personal branding efforts. However, their Spotify and
07:36Netflix projects have been marred by claims of self-interest. It's said that Meghan still remains
07:40fully committed to building her image in the U.S., but with Hollywood ventures faltering,
07:44it leaves many to wonder if she can truly find acceptance on either side of the pond.
07:49Number 2 – Vince McMahon
07:51There appears to be no kicking out of this one. Vince McMahon, the former owner of the WWE,
07:56was the focus of many unsettling allegations in 2024.
08:11Despite numerous scandals over the years, Vince has always managed to retain control
08:15of his pro-wrestling company, growing it into a global empire. However,
08:18following an investigation into multi-million dollar payouts,
08:22McMahon stepped aside. He briefly returned as Executive Chairman in 2023, overseeing WWE's
08:28merger with UFC under TKO, but stepped down again amidst more accusations, including trafficking.
08:41These recent allegations seem to have revealed that the persona we all saw on TV
08:50was not that different from the real Vince McMahon.
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09:09Number 1 – Sean Diddy Combs
09:11Sean Diddy Combs, a music mogul, is facing a series of new civil lawsuits,
09:16including allegations he sexually assaulted two teenagers.
09:23On September 16, 2024, music mogul Sean Combs was arrested in New York City and charged with
09:30racketeering, trafficking by force, fraud or coercion, and transportation to engage in
09:34relations for money. Prosecutors allege Diddy ran a criminal enterprise that involved forced labor,
09:40kidnapping, and bribery. The indictment alleges that Combs abused and exploited women
09:45and other people for years, and in a variety of ways.
09:48They also detailed his so-called freak-offs, orchestrated erotic activities,
09:52where Diddy allegedly directed men and women in X-rated performances.
10:07The disgraced rapper also faces an onslaught of civil lawsuits,
10:10alleging various unlawful acts, many involving youths.
10:13Combs has denied all charges, but if convicted, faces up to life in prison.
10:18What celebrity raised your ire in 2024? Let's chat in the comments.
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