8 Celebrities Who Embarrassed Themselves Fully on Live TV

From Tom Cruise to Will Smith, these unforgettable slip ups prove live TV waits for no one, and we still can't believe they happened.

By : Kunal Kothari

Doja Cat’s Quit Music Rant

In 2022, Doja Cat went live on Instagram, lashing out at fans and vowing to quit music. Days later, she walked it back, but the damage stuck.

Ariana DeBose’s Viral BAFTA Rap

“Angela Bassett did the thing.” One rap line at the BAFTAs turned into an internet meme. The clip spread worldwide, overshadowing the awards themselves.

Franco and Hathaway Bomb at the Oscars

The 2011 Oscars were hosted by James Franco and Anne Hathaway. Their zero chemistry made it one of the most awkward Academy Awards ever.

Madonna Falls at the Brits

In 2015, a cape malfunction yanked Madonna backwards off stairs mid performance. She got up and finished, but the fall became the story of the night.

John Travolta Creates “Adele Dazeem”

At the 2014 Oscars, Travolta misintroduced Idina Menzel as “Adele Dazeem.” Memes exploded, and the name lived on far longer than the show itself.

Tom Cruise Jumps on Oprah’s Couch

Promoting War of the Worlds in 2005, Tom Cruise declared his love for Katie Holmes by jumping wildly on Oprah’s couch. It became a pop culture punchline.

Mariah Carey’s New Year’s Eve Meltdown

Times Square 2016 turned sour when Mariah’s in ear monitors failed. She froze, muttered “it is what it is,” and let the audience sing instead.

Will Smith Slaps Chris Rock

At the 2022 Oscars, Smith stunned the world by slapping Chris Rock after a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith. The moment eclipsed his own Best Actor win.

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