There’s something fascinating about when celebrities, who are generally composed, lose it on live television. These freakouts, performed in front of the world, couldn’t be edited out then, and they will never be forgotten today. Here’s our shocking countdown!
10. Sinéad O’Connor rips up a picture of Pope John Paul II
Although celebrities today have their fair share of viral moments caught on live TV, singer Sinéad was one of the first to shock people worldwide when she ripped the pope’s picture after performing her take on “War” by Bob Marley for “Saturday Night Live.” She also commented on the scandals that the Catholic Church has been immersed in. After this controversial move, O’Connor received an adverse reaction from the public and was banned from “SNL” for life.
9. Asia Davies vs. Cardi B
A long-lasting conflict between rapper Cardi B and her “Love & Hip-Hop: New York” cast member Asia Davies came to a head at a season reunion when Cardi threw a shoe at Davies. The moment that happened, chaos exploded on the stage, ending in crew members needing to put physical distance between the two. Although things initially calmed down, when Davies upset Cardi with another comment, the “Up” rapper attempted to lunge towards her once more, requiring security to step in.
8. Nicki Minaj challenges Miley Cyrus
At the 2015 Video Music Awards, Nicki won “Best Hip-Hop Video” and took the stage to accept it. Rather than ending her speech graciously, she took the opportunity to attack Miley Cyrus, who was hosting the show that year. According to Minaj, Cyrus had disrespected her in an interview once, and the rapper was letting her feelings be known. Her confrontational tone turned the event’s ambiance from fun and lighthearted to quietly uncomfortable.
7. Joan Rivers storming off CNN
The late and legendary Joan Rivers didn’t exactly have a friendship with interviewer Fredricka Whitfield, and this was obvious from the moment Rivers set foot in the news station. Discussing topics like her comedy and fashion opinions, Whitfield threw Rivers for a loop when she asked the “Fashion Police” star about wearing fur. Rivers felt the interview had become too negative and ultimately walked out on it.
