Celebrities Who Totally Changed Their Reputations (For Better Or Worse)
Celebrities who changed their reputations
Success in showbiz depends on cultivating and preserving one’s image. It’s true whether Hollywood’s rich and famous like it or not. So for A-listers, it’s impossible to promote their work without creating a persona for the masses will want to throw their money at. But excessive wealth and freedom means stars often find themselves in the middle of public scandals. (And sometimes in a Los Angeles jail cell.) That’s when a celeb has to kill their old persona in favor of something more acceptable. So peep this collection of celebrities who changed their reputations seemingly overnight. Because they learned the hard way just how quickly public perception can shift against their favor.Usher
During his peak “Confessions” fame, I would have given my left arm to hook up with Usher. Now? Not so much. In 2017, THREE different women sued the singer for allegedly infecting them with herpes through a series of sexual encounters in which the star failed to warn his partners of his affliction. Currently, the star is reduced to little more than a “Let It Burn” meme.
Lindsay Lohan
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From former child star to party-crazed drug addict, Lindsay Lohan has never really been able to control her image in her post-Disney days. Unable to come out on top after she became more known for her stints in rehab than her acting roles, Lohan popped off to Dubai to escape the prying eyes of the American public.
Beyonce And Jay-Z
While they’re still definitely THE untouchable power couple of hip-hop, Beyonce and Jay-Z suffered a serious crack in their public image following a leaked elevator fight between the “Holy Grail” rapper and Solange Knowles. Shedding light on Jay-Z’s infidelity, it soon became clear that all was not well in the Carter house.
Mel Gibson
Once revered for his iconic film roles and distinct directorial style, Mel Gibson managed to tank his decades-long career with one highly offensive rant. By unveiling his anti-Semitic beliefs laced with some seriously strong expletives, Gibson forever lost the trust and adoration of both the public and his industry mates.