Trigger warning: sexual assault
HighlightsAmber Heard initially topped ‘most disliked’ lists, amid a wave of sexism and unfair media scrutiny.Meghan Markle faced negative portrayals and potential racial bias, making her one of the most disliked.Sean Combs (P. Diddy) newly leads the ‘most disliked’ rankings amid legal issues and public backlash.Danny Masterson now ranks second in ‘most disliked’ after a 30-year sentence for raping two women.
As perThe Mirror, which tracked theRanker websitethat features crowdsourced rankings, yesterday, users voted the Duchess of Sussex as the most disliked celebrity of 2024.
Meghan, who is of mixed-race heritage with an African-American mother, Doria Ragland,has faced criticism and negative portrayalsfrom some sections of the British tabloid media.
Over the years, some commentators and observers have suggested thatsome of the coverage she received contained elements of racismor racial bias.
Meghan Markle’s ranking as the most disliked celebrity garnered significant public disapproval considering the many famous people convicted of serious crimes
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In 2016, when theSuitsstar and Prince Harry had just started dating,TheDaily Mailpublished an article with the headline “Harry’s girl is (almost) straight outta Compton,” referencing Meghan Markle’s mixed-race heritage and upbringing in the diverse neighborhood of Crenshaw in Los Angeles.
In an industry where there are convicted felons, domestic abusers, child molesters, and r@pists thriving, the most “disliked celebrity” is a woman who fought back against the man (twice her age) who beat & assaulted her. Oh, and #2 is Meghan Markle. That says it allhttps://t.co/OmoSCcOscu
— Seeking New Management (@cocainecross)May 14, 2024
In 2021, after moving to the US and following the retired actress’ bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey,The Daily Expresspublished an article with the headline “Meghan’s Oprah claim torn apart as expert exposes major inconsistencies.”
While the headline itself may not have explicitly contained racial bias, critics argued at the time that the tone of the article and its portrayal of Meghan perpetuated negative stereotypes often associated with black women.
Amber Heard initially topped the negative chart amid intense and often unfair scrutiny
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Headlines have frequently displayed a sexist bias, framing her in a negative light regardless of context. For instance, Amber was often referred to as a “gold digger” during the trial, trivializing theserious nature of the case.
After growing backlash, Sean Combs, AKA P. Diddy, has newly been voted as the most disliked celebrity
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Nevertheless, as of today (Friday, May 17), the rankings of the most disliked celebrities of 2024 changed significantly amid increasing criticism, which points to many infamous personalities who have been convicted of serious crimes.
Sean Combs, AKA P.Diddy, is currently leading the unflattering rating. The 54-year-old rapper is presently facing numerous accusations and legal problems due to several lawsuits anda recent federal raid on his homes.
Danny Masterson replaced Amber Heard, now placing him second as the most disliked celebrity of the year
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Danny Masterson has now been voted second as the most disliked celebrity of the year.That ‘70s Showstar was sentenced to a term of 30 years to life in prison for raping two women.
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The 86-year-old, who was once celebrated as “America’s Dad,” fell from grace when numerous women accused him of sexual assault and misconduct spanning decades.
Hollywood is full of rapists, traffickers, pedophiles and abusers all around… But the most disliked celebrity is a victim of the most horrific kind of abuse and rape. Make it make sense, people are brainlesshttps://t.co/jFyDkvBeLf
— a̶z̶u̶l̶🍉🍉 (@deepbluezhehan)May 15, 2024
In 2018, he was convicted of drugging and sexually assaulting basketball player Andrea Constand in 2004, a landmark moment in the#MeToo movement.
This conviction marked the culmination of years of accusations from over 60 women, with many alleging similar patterns of behavior involving drugging and sexual assault.
Coming in fourth position, voters settled on Chris Brown
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Coming in fourth position, voters settled on Chris Brown. The 35-year-old R&B star notably assaulted his former partner, Rihanna, in 2009.
Chris pleaded guilty to felony assault and was sentenced to probation, community service, and domestic violence counseling.
Beyond this incident, the singer has faced multiple accusations of violence and aggression toward women, including altercations with former partners and alleged assaults.
Voted fifth, Prince Harry booted Oprah Winfrey to the 13th position in the ranking
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Voted fifth, Prince Harry booted Oprah Winfrey to the 13th position in the ranking.
Ellen faced a wave of criticism and allegations in 2020
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Ellen DeGeneres remained in the top 10 of the most disliked celebrities, along with Meghan Markle.
Kim Kardashian was voted the 14th most disliked celebrity
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Former employees accused the show’s producers of fostering a culture of intimidation, racism, and sexual misconduct.
Moreover, reports surfaced of employees experiencing instances of discrimination, harassment, and unjust treatment behind the scenes.
Woody Allen, who has been accused of molesting his then-seven-year-old adopted daughter, Dylan Farrow, ranked 17th
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Ranking 17th, Woody Allen, who has been accused of molesting his then-seven-year-old adopted daughter, Dylan Farrow, was less disliked than Kim Kardashian, who was voted 14th most disliked celebrity.
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