27 Cringe-Worthy Celebrity Moments of the Year

27 Unforgettable Awkward Celebrity Moments From This Year

 

The world of celebrity is often a mixed bag of glamorous highs and cringe-worthy lows. As we look back at 2024, we can’t help but remember some hilariously awkward moments that left fans scratching their heads. Here’s a rundown of 27 cringe-inducing moments that caught our attention this year.

 

1. Blake Lively sparked outrage during the promotional tour for It Ends With Us by dismissing a question about victims of domestic violence, leaving many feeling uncomfortable.

2. Comedian Jo Koy faced backlash at the Golden Globes for an ill-timed joke about Taylor Swift that was met with a frosty reception.

 

3. His hosting gig also went awry, with Koy placing the blame on his writers after a less-than-stellar performance.

 

4. Kim Kardashian faced boos while attending Tom Brady’s roast, and her reaction was notably cut from the Netflix special.

 

5. During a conversation with Chloë Sevigny, Kim interrupted to focus on her own experiences with the glam side of Hollywood, sidelining Sevigny’s heartfelt discussion.

 

6. Jay-Z called out the Grammys for their snubbing of Beyoncé, which shocked many in the audience when he commented on other artists’ qualifications.

 

7. Madonna caught everyone off guard when she questioned a fan in a wheelchair at her concert about why they weren’t standing. After realizing her mistake, she apologized and acknowledged the fan’s situation.

 

8. Jojo Siwa claimed she wanted to create a “gay pop” genre, inadvertently overlooking the many artists already associated with that style.

 

9. Katy Perry made headlines on Call Her Daddy when discussing her collaboration with a controversial figure, much to the dismay of listeners who remembered the allegations against him.

 

10. In the same interview, Perry shared a revealing detail about her relationship with Orlando Bloom that raised eyebrows.

 

11. During her performance at the VMAs, Orlando Bloom’s reaction to Katy left audiences wanting more context.

 

12. Perry’s “Women’s World” project faced critique for its superficial take on feminism, which she later labeled as satire.

 

13. At the Oscars, Robert Downey Jr. seemed to ignore Ke Huy Quan as he handed him an award, leading to confusion and embarrassment.

 

14. Michelle Yeoh accidentally caused a mix-up on stage when she handed Emma Stone’s Oscar to Jennifer Lawrence instead—prompting a moment of bewilderment.

 

15. Another Oscars moment unfolded when Laverne Cox extended a microphone to Marlee Matlin, only to have Matlin politely decline, demonstrating a lack of awareness.

 

16. Kelly Rowland left the Today show set prematurely, reportedly annoyed by questions focusing on her former Destiny’s Child bandmate, Beyoncé.

 

17. On The Jennifer Hudson Show, Ethan Slater awkwardly walked through the set while being serenaded, which became an instant TikTok sensation.

 

18. Justin Timberlake found himself in hot water after a DUI incident, quipping that the arrest might jeopardize his upcoming tour.

 

19. J Lo made headlines when she canceled her tour, a decision allegedly influenced by underwhelming ticket sales and a need for family time.

 

20. Elon Musk tweeted a humorous response to Taylor Swift’s political endorsement, following it up with a bizarre promise.

 

21. Anna Delvey’s appearance on Dancing with the Stars ended with her asserting that she had taken away “nothing” from her experience, igniting discussions about her true motives.

 

22. Martha Stewart commented on Ryan Reynolds, suggesting that while he is a talented actor, he lacks genuine comedic talent.

 

23. While promoting her show, Drew Barrymore was overly affectionate with Martha Stewart, leading to an awkward interaction.

 

24. Travis Kelce’s outburst toward his 65-year-old coach during the Super Bowl raised eyebrows, with Kelce later expressing regret.

 

25. Dave Grohl publicly admitted to cheating on his wife, revealing he fathered a child outside of wedlock, which shocked fans.

 

26. Dax Shepherd asked Cynthia Erivo an uncomfortable question about personal hygiene on his podcast, despite her clear discomfort.

 

27. In a notably awkward interview, host Tracy E. Gilchrist told Cynthia Erivo that people were “holding space” for her performance, leaving Ariana Grande bewildered as she attempted to support her co-star.

 

As we move forward into the fresh promises of 2025, let’s remember the impact of these awkward celebrity moments, reminding us that even the stars stumble on occasion.