Celebrities have been quite busy this year—not only with movie premieres and chart-topping singles, but also with unexpected scandals and controversies that had the whole world talking.

Some sparked backlash after joking about serious issues like domestic violence, while others publicly feuded with family members on social media.

A few became embroiled in highly publicized legal disputes that were closely followed by fans, while others found themselves “canceled” over something as seemingly trivial as a TV ad.

As the year comes to a close, let’s take a look at the 20 biggest celebrity scandals that made headlines in 2025.

What started as a lucrative brand partnership with American Eagle turned into a scandal for actress Sydney, who was accused of promoting ideas of genetic superiority.

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