Typically it’s the season to be jolly, but for more than one public figure this Christmas will be an opportunity to draw a firm line under a year to forget.
Indeed, while global events continue to shape the social and political landscape – think Donald Trump winning his second Presidential election – the showbiz world has been rocked by its own share of controversy.
From game-changing weight loss drugs to ruinous lawsuits, tarnished reputations, abrupt divorces and inappropriate workplace behavior deserving of rather more than a quiet word from HR, 2024 has had it all.
So as we prepare to usher in 2025, join MailOnline as we look back at some of the most shocking scandals of the year.
Merry Christmas!
1. THE DOWNFALL OF DIDDY
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is one of America’s most famous rappers, record producer and record executives
It all began in 2023, when ex-girlfriend Cassandra ‘Cassie’ Ventura filed a lawsuit against the rap entrepreneur claiming he “set the groundwork” for a “manipulative and coercive romantic and sexual relationship”
As downfalls go, it is perhaps the most spectacular in living memory.
Once feted as a pioneering hip-hop icon, P. Diddy – real name Sean Coombs – now faces accusations of kidnapping, drugging and coercing women into sexual activities, occasionally under the threat of violence.
It all began in 2023, when ex-girlfriend Cassandra ‘Cassie’ Ventura filed a lawsuit against the rap entrepreneur claiming he “set the groundwork” for a “manipulative and coercive romantic and sexual relationship”.
She also accused him of rape, claiming his actions would often be witnessed by his “tremendously loyal network” who “were not willing to do anything meaningful” to stop it happening.
Ventura detailed his alleged love of nefarious, drug-fuelled sex parties -notoriously referred to as freak-offs – that could, and would go on for days.
The lawsuit was eventually settled out of court, but it would be the catalyst for a series of potentially ruinous sexual misconduct allegations, and the raid of his Miami and Los Angeles properties by Homeland Security in March.
Armed agents from the Department of Homeland Security entered luxury properties on both East and West Coasts of the United States, with video footage showing helicopters circling overhead.
The agents, who were wearing vests, gathered in the home’s backyard near the pool. Multiple officers were seen carrying bags and boxes of evidence to a van with assistance from police dogs.
She also accused him of rape, claiming his actions would often be witnessed by his “tremendously loyal network” who “were not willing to do anything meaningful” to stop it happening
Ventura detailed his alleged love of nefarious, drug-fuelled sex parties -notoriously referred to as freak-offs – that could, and would go on for days
Items seized included more than a thousand bottles of baby oil, allegedly used by guests during his reported freak-offs.
With allegations piling up, CNN subsequently airs video that shows Diddy attacking ex-girlfriend Ventura in a hotel hallway in 2016.
The video closely mirrors an assault described in her lawsuit, which said he had already punched her that night, and she was trying to leave the InterContinental Hotel in Los Angeles when he woke and came after her.
In the footage, a man who appears to be Diddy, wearing only a towel, punches Ventura, kicks her, and throws her on to the floor.
Diddy later posted a video on Instagram and Facebook apologising for the assault on Ventura – his first real acknowledgement of wrongdoing since the recent stream of allegations began.
‘My behavior on that video is inexcusable,’ he said, adding that he had hit ‘rock bottom’.
‘I take full responsibility for my actions in that video. I was disgusted then when I did it. I’m disgusted now.
‘I went and I sought out professional help. I got into going to therapy, going to rehab. I had to ask God for his mercy and grace. I’m so sorry.’
The lawsuit was eventually settled out of court, but it would be the catalyst for a series of potentially ruinous sexual misconduct allegations, and the raid of his Miami and Los Angeles properties by Homeland Security in March
These aerial images taken in October 19, 2023, show the sprawling Miami waterfront property owned by the embattled rap mogul that was raided by federal agents
With allegations piling up, CNN subsequently airs video that shows Diddy attacking ex-girlfriend Ventura in a hotel hallway in 2016
On May 19, Combs posted a video on Instagram and Facebook apologizing for the assault on Ventura. That was his first real acknowledgement of wrongdoing since the recent stream of allegations began
In September, the rap mogul was taken into custody in New York after a grand jury indictment. No details on the charges were made public at the time
In September, the rap mogul was taken into custody in New York after a grand jury indictment. No details on the charges were made public at the time.
Diddy’s attorney called it an unjust prosecution of an ‘imperfect person’ who is ‘not a criminal.’
He remains incarcerated at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center after his requests for bail were denied.
He is facing a life sentence if he is convicted of all charges: racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prosecution.
The minimum possible term if convicted of all three offenses is 15 years behind bars, meaning he would be 69 at the time of his release.
2. JAY Z RAPE ALLEGATIONS
As the fall-out from Diddy’s arrest continues, former friend Jay Z has been accused of raping an underage girl with the disgraced rapper
An updated complaint in a civil case against the jailed star alleges that Jay and Diddy raped the then 13-year old at an after party following the MTV Video Music Awards in September of 2000 (Jay Z is pictured in 2000)
As the fall-out from Diddy’s arrest continues, former friend Jay Z has been accused of raping an underage girl with the disgraced rapper.
An updated complaint in a civil case against the jailed star alleges that Jay and Diddy raped the then 13-year old at an after party following the MTV Video Music Awards in September of 2000.
Jay was added to the lawsuit which was originally filed as one of several anonymous complaints in October by Texas attorney Tony Buzbee.
Many of the lawsuits did not survive because the plaintiffs declined to have their identities unveiled. However, the judge said the alleged victim showed sufficient cause to continue with the lawsuit in anonymity.
In the accused rapper’s statement, he slammed Buzbee, suggesting he was not a legitimate lawyer, and launched a slew of insults, calling him a ‘deplorable human’ and ‘ambulance chaser in a cheap suit.’
Jay-Z broke his silence after being accused in an amended civil lawsuit. He is pictured July 2023 in New York City
The 55-year-old rapper, born Shawn Corey Carter, released a statement denying and condemning the allegations in the filing via the Roc Nation X account
In the letter, the Roc Nation founder began: ‘My lawyer received a blackmail attempt, called a demand letter, from a “lawyer” named Tony Buzbee.’
He accused Buzbee of taking on the case for ‘personal gain’ and wrote: ‘What he had calculated was the nature of these allegations and the public scrutiny would make me want to settle.’
‘No sir, it had the opposite effect! It made me want to expose you for the fraud you are in a VERY public fashion,’ he continued. ‘So no, I will not give you ONE RED PENNY!!’
‘These allegations are so heinous in nature that I implore you to file a criminal complaint, not a civil one!! Whomever would commit such a crime against a minor should be locked away, would you not agree? These alleged victims would deserve real justice if that were the case,’ he continued.
‘This lawyer, who I have done a bit of research on, seems to have a pattern of these type of theatrics! I have no idea how you have come to be such a deplorable human Mr. Buzbee, but I promise you I have seen your kind many times over. I’m more than prepared to deal with your type,’ he added.
‘You claim to be a marine?! Marines are known for their valor, you have neither honor nor dignity’
Diddy, Beyonce and Jay Z are pictured here at a party in 2004
The rapper then mentioned how it is ‘unfair’ that his family, particularly his eldest daughter Blue Ivy, 12, will also be affected by the lawsuit. He also shares twins Rumi and Sir, seven, with wife Beyoncé.
‘My only heartbreak is for my family,’ he wrote. ‘My wife and I will have to sit our children down, one of whom is at the age where her friends will surely see the press and ask questions about the nature of these claims, and explain the cruelty and greed of people.’
‘I mourn yet another loss of innocence,’ he added.
‘Children should not have to endure such at their young age. It is unfair to have to try to understand inexplicable degrees of malice meant to destroy families and human spirit,’ he added.
‘My heart and support goes out to true victims in the world, who have to watch how their life story is dressed in costume for profitability by this ambulance chaser in a cheap suit.’
‘You have made a terrible error in judgment thinking that all “celebrities” are the same. I’m not from your world,’ he wrote.
‘I’m a young man who made it out of the project of Brooklyn. We don’t play these types of games. We have very strict codes and honor.’
‘We protect children, you seem to exploit people for personal gain. Only your network of conspiracy theorists, fake physics, will believe the idiotic claims you have levied against me that, if not for the seriousness surrounding harm to kids, would be laughable.’
He concluded: ‘I look forward to showing you just how different I am.’
Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee, who has taken on more than 100 cases against Combs, named Jay-Z in Sunday’s filing. Pictured in 2022
On the same day, Diddy also shared a statement via his legal representatives.
His legal representatives responded to the latest filing and stated: ‘This amended complaint and the recent extortion lawsuit against Mr. Buzbee exposes his barrage of lawsuits against Mr. Combs for what they are: shameless publicity stunts, designed to extract payments from celebrities who fear having lies spread about them, just as lies have been spread about Mr. Combs.’
‘As his legal team has said before, Mr. Combs has full confidence in the facts and the integrity of the judicial process. In court, the truth will prevail: that Mr. Combs never sexually assaulted or trafficked anyone — man or woman, adult or minor,’ Combs’ representatives said in the statement.
Diddy has separately been charged with sex trafficking and racketeering.
He has pleaded not guilty to all charges, and his criminal trial is currently slated to begin on May 5, 2025.
Diddy has also faced a massive wave of suits promised by lawyers including Texas attorney Buzbee, who said in October that more than 100 alleged victims were planning legal action against him.
3. WALLACE STEPS DOWN
BBC mainstay Gregg Wallace (right, with Joh Torode) announced he was stepping back from hit show MasterChef in November, while an investigation into allegations of off-camera misconduct is carried out
He is also accused of telling a junior female colleague he wasn’t wearing any boxer shorts under his jeans, wandered into the studio naked apart from a sock on his penis and mimicked a sex act on a producer when she knelt down to clean his trousers
BBC mainstay Gregg Wallace announced he was stepping back from hit show MasterChef in November, while an investigation into allegations of off-camera misconduct is carried out.
Wallace faces accusations of inappropriate behaviour from 13 people, including Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark, over a 17-year period across five shows from 2005 to 2022.
He is also accused of telling a junior female colleague he wasn’t wearing any boxer shorts under his jeans, wandered into the studio naked apart from a sock on his penis and mimicked a sex act on a producer when she knelt down to clean his trousers.
The latest allegations include one woman who said Wallace groped her, another who claims he pressed his crotch against her while filming BBC show Eat Well For Less and a third who alleged he flashed her in his dressing room.
After stepping down, the grocer turned broadcaster posted a series of incendiary videos where he hit back at critics by saying: ‘Can you imagine how many women on MasterChef, female contestants, have made sexual remarks or sexual innuendo?’
Former Newsnight host Kirsty Wark, right, is among 13 people who have accused MasterChef presenter Gregg Wallace, left, of making inappropriate sexual comments
After stepping down, the grocer turned broadcaster posted a series of incendiary videos where he hit back at critics
He added: ‘I’ve been doing MasterChef for 20 years, amateur, celebrity and professional MasterChef, and I think, in that time, I have worked with over 4,000 contestants of all different ages, all different backgrounds, all walks of life.
‘Apparently now, I’m reading in the paper, there’s been 13 complaints in that time. I can see the complaints coming from a handful of middle-class women of a certain age, just from Celebrity MasterChef. This isn’t right’.
His posts were branded ‘shocking’ and laced with ‘thinly veiled misogyny’ – and did not touch on the sexual allegations made by numerous MasterChef celebrities, producers and contestants on the show he left last week. There are allegations related to four other shows he worked on.
Despite this, Wallace- who has since apologised for his posts – remains desperate to repair his reputation and the investigation’s findings are critical if he wants to continue appearing onscreen.
Bosses at the corporation are said to have hauled the MasterChef co-host into a meeting in 2018 following allegations of ‘inappropriate sexual comments’ and told him to ‘change his behaviour’
He is likely to raise the possibility he has autism with Lewis Silkin, the London law firm hired by MasterChef production company Banijay. The suggestion he may never return to the BBC was reported by the Telegraph.
The friend said: ‘Gregg carries many of the autistic symptoms, the people who know him best have been saying it for years.
‘He’s never formally been tested, due a feeling of responsibility over Sid’s diagnosis, but he really should be as it may explain a lot about his actions.
‘Gregg has form for his inability to read the room, saying things that don’t really belong in the moment. He has no filter and in social situations that can become dangerous, especially when it comes to jokes about sex.
‘He has a light filter when it comes to sex which is common in people on the spectrum. In the modern world of TV where you can’t just dismiss some of his actions as banter.’
The BBC claims Wallace walked away from MasterChef after BBC News sent a letter to his agent, setting out the allegations and giving him a right of reply.
They say he was warned after a complaint was raised in 2018, but new historical claims emerged over the summer of 2024.
4. PROBLEMATIC SEX SCENES
Back in February, an X-rated sex scene between Jenna Ortega and Martin Freeman in romantic drama Miller’s Girl was been branded ‘gross’ by viewers left horrified by their 31-year age gap
Wednesday star Jenna, 22, plays 18-year-old student Cairo Sweet in the black comedy drama, while Martin, 53, takes on the role of her teacher Jonathan Miller
Back in February, an X-rated sex scene between Jenna Ortega and Martin Freeman in romantic drama Miller’s Girl was been branded ‘gross’ by viewers left horrified by their 31-year age gap.
Wednesday star Jenna, 22, plays 18-year-old student Cairo Sweet in the black comedy drama, while Martin, 53, takes on the role of her teacher Jonathan Miller.
The film sees the two getting tangled in a very complex and inappropriate relationship, with Cairo choosing to write a sex story after being given a creative writing assignment by Jonathan.
Raunchy scenes from this story are then played out on screen by Ortega and Freeman – with viewers left in uproar over the ‘uncomfortable’ age gap.
Intimacy coordinator Kristina Arjona later revealed to DailyMail.com that Ortega was involved in decisions about the curation of the racy moments, as she insisted that at no point were any ‘boundaries surpassed.’
‘There was many, many people throughout this process, engaging with [Jenna] to make sure that it was consistent with what she was comfortable with, and she was very determined and very sure of what she wanted to do,’ Kristina said.
The film sees the two getting tangled in a very complex and inappropriate relationship, with Cairo choosing to pen a sex story after being given a creative writing assignment by Jonathan
Viewers took to X, formerly Twitter, branding the scene uncomfortable and ‘so gross’
‘Part of my job too is supporting her decisions. I adapt to whatever is the comfort level of my actors, especially on a production like this where there is a large age gap between the actors.
‘I’m hyper aware of both of my talent and making sure that we’re consistently checking in and that at no point are any of their boundaries being surpassed. And again, making sure – especially with someone who’s significantly younger – that they are giving continuous consent.’
Kristina discussed the ‘level of nudity’ with Ortega and Freeman, as well as which ‘simulated sex scenes’ were required, before talking them through modesty garments and the ‘additional barriers’ they could use to ensure an ‘appropriate distance’ was maintained.
This information was also given to the actors in a written format 48 hours before the scenes were filmed, but Kristina stressed that they ‘also have the option on the day to change their mind if they don’t want to do any of the elements that we’ve discussed.’
She revealed there were ample discussions between cast and crew before the scenes were shot and that test audiences were used to give bosses an idea of what was ‘too much.’
‘For this film, in particular, because of the sensitivity of the content, they had some different variations of how they wanted to shoot these scenes so that audiences could watch them at test screenings to see what was too much.’
The film was released by Lionsgate in theaters on January 26, having premiered at the Palm Springs International Film Festival earlier this year.
5. BENNIFER DIVORCE!
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez – affectionally dubbed ‘Bennifer’ – separated in April, with Lopez ultimately filing for divorce on August 20, their two-year wedding anniversary
In her petition, seen by DailyMail.com, Lopez requested that her name be restored to Jennifer Lynn Lopez, dropping Affleck altogether
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez – affectionally dubbed ‘Bennifer’ – separated in April, with Lopez ultimately filing for divorce on August 20, their two-year wedding anniversary.
In her petition, seen by DailyMail.com, Lopez requested that her name be restored to Jennifer Lynn Lopez, dropping Affleck altogether.
The couple did not sign a prenuptial agreement before tying the knot in July 2022, insiders revealed. It marks Lopez’s fourth failed marriage and Affleck’s second.
Without a prenup in place, their individual earnings from the last two years, whether it be from film projects or major brand deals, would be community property.
Lopez, who has a reported $400million net worth, has put out four films since marrying Affleck, including her $20million self-funded project This Is Me… Now: A Love Story, which documented the couple’s rekindled romance.
She launched her Delola cocktail line in 2023 and she was set to embark on a world tour in support of her latest album This Is Me… Now, but it was canceled weeks before kick off so she could ‘focus’ on family.
The couple did not sign a prenuptial agreement before tying the knot in July 2022, insiders revealed. It marks Lopez’s fourth failed marriage and Affleck’s second
Oscar-winner Affleck, who has a reported net worth of $150million, has recently starred in the films Air and Hypnotic. He also recently wrapped production of a sequel to 2016’s The Accountant.
To further complicate things, the former couple worked on the upcoming film, Unstoppable.
While Affleck produced the project alongside Matt Damon, Lopez is among the film’s stars.
She will not seek spousal support and asked the judge to also deny it for Affleck.
Lopez shares twins Max and Emme, 16, with ex-husband Marc Anthony, while Affleck shares three children with ex-wife Jennifer Garner: Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12.
But the way they spent their time with the kids divided them, it was claimed.
Without a prenup in place, their individual earnings from the last two years, whether it be from film projects or major brand deals, would be community property
While Lopez was happy to take the little ones out shopping and to fun events, Affleck preferred to hang out at home.
‘They are very different people,’ a source told PEOPLE of Affleck and Lopez. ‘She’s super public and wants to go out, and he’s more of an introvert and is happy to hang out at home.’
Lopez and Affleck were engaged in the early 2000s and the pair famously reconciled in 2021 before tying the knot in two ceremonies in 2022.
A report published in August suggested Lopez felt the time was right to start moving on with her life.
An insider told PEOPLE: ‘[She knows] it’s time to move on’ for various reasons
‘She’s very disappointed and sad, but Ben hasn’t given her any signs that he wants to continue their marriage. He hasn’t shown any commitment and interest in making their marriage work. It’s gotten to the point that she just needs to look out for herself.’
The divorce filing came exactly two years after the couple’s extravagant second wedding in Georgia on August 20 2022 – and an insider told the publication the significance of the date wasn’t lost on Lopez.
They said: ‘She was done waiting and the date she did it speaks a ton… [The divorce filing] gives her control of the process… It’s good that she did it…
‘She tried really hard to make things work and is heartbroken.’
The source went on to insist the former couple’s blended family is taking priority, adding: ‘The kids are a top priority, as they always have been.’
6. BLAKE’S LAWSUIT AGAINST JUSTIN BALDONI
Blake Lively made headlines across the globe when she alleged in legal paperwork that her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni sexually harassed her throughout the making of the movie
It Ends with Us, based on the book by Colleen Hoover, follows the story of Lily Bloom, played by Lively, who becomes embroiled in an abusive relationship with a man named Ryle Kincaid, portrayed by Justin Baldoni
Blake Lively made headlines across the globe when she alleged in legal paperwork that her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni sexually harassed her throughout the making of the movie, and then went on to engineer a smear campaign against her.
Since the filing, the fallout for Baldoni has seen the actor – who also directed the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s book – dropped by WME talent agency, parted ways with his podcast partner and seen his ‘The Voices of Solidarity Award’ rescinded by the Vital Voices organization.
Insiders have revealed to DailyMail.com that the actor may need to prepare for further legal action from Lively as she seeks ‘justice’ over the alleged ‘multi-tiered’ plan to ‘destroy’ her reputation.
A source close to Lively exclusively explained that there are more lawsuits to come, stating that this is just the tip of the iceberg.
It Ends With Us tells the story of Lily Blossom Bloom (Lively), a woman confronting the trauma of domestic abuse inflicted by her husband, Ryle Kincaid (Baldoni).
The book was inspired by author Colleen Hoover’s experience watching her mother endure domestic violence.
The film was mired in controversy long before the lawsuit after fans noticed tensions between Lively and Baldoni when they were promoting the movie before its release.
When discussing the filming process in her lawsuit, Lively alleged that Baldoni showed her explicit videos and photos of other women, openly discussed his struggles with pornography, and made inappropriate remarks about her appearance.
The lawsuit alleges Baldoni made sexual inquiries, including asking Lively if she and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, experienced simultaneous climaxes — a question she found intrusive and refused to answer.
Lively alleged that Baldoni showed her explicit videos and photos of other women and openly discussed his struggles with pornography
In papers obtained by The New York Times, Lively also accused the former Jane The Virgin star of entering her trailer while she was nude, and letting his ‘friends’ watch her film sex scenes, along with other activities that created a ‘hostile work environment.’
Her co-star Jenny Slate – who played the sister of Baldoni’s character – said in a statement to Today.com: ‘As Blake Lively’s castmate and friend, I voice my support as she takes action against those reported to have planned and carried out an attack on her reputation.
‘Blake is a leader, loyal friend and a trusted source of emotional support for me and so many who know and love her.’
She added: ‘What has been revealed about the attack on Blake is terribly dark, disturbing, and wholly threatening. I commend my friend, I admire her bravery, and I stand by her side.’
Baldoni has denied all of the accusations.
7. AMANDA AND THE STRICTLY SCANDAL
In May, it was revealed that longtime Strictly professional Giovanni Pernice had quit the BBC series, after he was accused of ‘bullying’ his celebrity partner Amanda Abbington
It is claimed the actress demanded footage of their rehearsals after struggling with Pernice’s ‘militant approach to training’. She was later diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
In May, it was revealed that longtime Strictly professional Giovanni Pernice had quit the BBC series, after he was accused of ‘bullying’ his celebrity partner Amanda Abbington.
Pernice had faced a wave of scrutiny ever since his dance partner Abbington dramatically quit the competition last year due to ‘personal reasons’.
It is claimed the actress demanded footage of their rehearsals after struggling with Pernice’s ‘militant approach to training’. She was later diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Abbington is said to have then met with Laura Whitmore and Ranvir Singh – both previously paired with Pernice on the show – for an ’emotional summit’, with the trio speaking about their ‘difficult’ experiences with him.
A source told The Sun at the time: ‘Gio feels the scrutiny on him has become too much and now is the time to make a fresh start.
‘He wants to focus on other TV projects, and feels he’s achieved all he can on Strictly, having won the trophy back in 2021 and reaching the final an unprecedented four times.
‘He remains adamant he’s done nothing wrong other than being a hard taskmaster, but knows his style of training isn’t to everyone’s liking – especially in this day and age.’
The BBC launched an internal investigation into the allegations. The probe’s findings ultimately cleared Pernice of any wrongdoing.
The show was dealt another blow after Graziano Di Prima was fired amid claims of ‘physical and verbally abusive’ behaviour towards his celebrity dance partner Zara McDermott
However the show was dealt another blow after Graziano Di Prima was fired amid claims of ‘physical and verbally abusive’ behaviour towards his celebrity dance partner Zara McDermott.
Addressing his exit from the show, a ‘devastated’ Di Prima wrote on Instagram: ‘I deeply regret the events that led to my departure from Strictly. My intense passion and determination to win might have affected my training regime.
‘While respecting the BBC HR process, I acknowledge it’s only right for the sake of the show that I step away. I am saddened that I wasn’t allowed to offer a quote to the online news stories, and I take on board the sensitivity of the situation.
‘There’s more to this story that I am unable to discuss at this time, but I am committed to being strong for my family and friends. I wish the Strictly family nothing but success in the future.’
MailOnline revealed that Strictly production staff raised concerns about Di Prima’s conduct in 2023, but bosses only went as far as to issue quiet warnings to him.
A source from the show said: ‘There were multiple occasions where both physical and verbal attacks were made. It was more physical than verbal, but all of it was dreadful.’
8. THE CULT OF OZEMPIC
Pictured: Sharon Osbourne walking the red carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of The Bikeriders in June (left) and as a judge on The X Factor in 2007 (right)
A plump pout has become a red carpet non-negotiable for countless Hollywood stars in recent years – on par with a designer dress or towering high heels.
But what happens when you add Ozempic into the mix? Look no further than celebrities such as Sharon Osbourne and Caroline Stanbury, who have admitted to using the weight loss jab and have even plumper lips as a result.
Despite first being approved as a diabetes treatment in 2017, the drug is now widely being used for weight loss – as it mimics the the actions of GLP-1, a hormone in the brain that regulates appetite and feelings of satiety.
Although it has helped millions around the world achieve their weight loss goals, the ‘skinny shot’ can also famously make users look extremely gaunt over time – a phenomenon critics have unflatteringly labelled ‘Ozempic face’.
Left: Christina Aguilera at the 10th Annual Disney’s American Teacher Awards at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood in 1999. Right: Christina Aguilera in West Hollywood, September 2024. Fans have speculated the star is on Ozempic – although she has never addressed the rumours
Christina (pictured) is rumoured to be mixing Ozempic and fillers to maintain her youthful appearance
German singer-songwriter Kim Petras at the the Grammy Awards in February 2023 (left) and attending the Balenciaga SS25 fashion show in Paris, September 2024 (right). Fans have speculated the star is on Ozempic and having lip filler
The tell-tell signs of condition include drooping around the cheeks, sunken eyes and an increased number of wrinkles – but for people who already have injectable fillers, it can also make certain areas of their face, including their lips, look artificially plump.
And celebrities including Scott Disick and Sharon Osbourne have sparked concern after attributing their drastic weight loss to the drug.
In January, Osbourne admitted that she wanted to ‘put on another 10lbs’ after becoming ‘too gaunt’ thanks to Ozempic.
She said she lost 42lbs on the drug, telling Loos Women, ‘The injections that I was on worked and just seems now I can’t put anything on.
‘I lost over 40lbs, If I could I would put back another 10.’
She also discussed her weight loss journey with DailyMail.com, and she explained that her ‘weakness has always been food.’
‘When I’m happy, I eat. When I’m sad, I eat. I was a pig. At my heaviest, I weighed 225lbs,’ she revealed. ‘I weighed more than my husband [Ozzy Osbourne].
‘Last December, I resorted to injecting myself with Ozempic, a semaglutide that fools the brain into thinking you’re not hungry. I lost 42lbs, but it was too much,’ she added.
‘Now, I weigh just over [98lbs]. I need to put on 10lbs, but however much I eat, I stay the same weight.’
Jessica Simpson after the birth of her daughter (left). She has since said she lost 100lbs without any weight loss drugs (right)
Osbourne noted that the dramatic weight loss had impacted her face, but she said she had no plans to get any more cosmetic procedures.
‘I’ve had enough. I’ve given up on all interventions. I couldn’t have much more facial surgery – there’s not that much skin left to stretch, pull or cut. And I won’t have any more fillers or Botox,’ she stated.
‘I don’t think I’ll ever be happy with the way I look. But I’m now satisfied. It’s taken years for me to say this but I’ve learned my lesson. This is me. It’s finally time to leave well alone.’
Meanwhile, Christina Aguilera is another star who is rumoured to be mixing Ozempic and fillers to maintain her youthful appearance.
Cosmetic doctors consequently weighed in, suggesting the singer’s new look was likely a result of a ‘miracle’ weight loss jab, as well as facial surgeries.
Scott Disick shocked fans when he was seen leaving a restaurant in West Hollywood in March and looked extremely gaunt. He’s seen left in 2017 and right in March
Weeks later, an insider told DailyMail.com that the reality star had turned to a nutritionist to help tackle his fluctuating weight. He’s seen in February
London-based aesthetics doctor Dr.Jonny Betteridge said he suspects the mother-of-two undergone a face lift, eyelid surgery and extensive dental work.
‘The change in weight in such a short period of time could be attributed to Ozempic use and I also think she would have dissolved all the filler in her face before then undergoing some surgical treatments,’ he said.
‘She has more proportionate lips both in relation to the upper and lower lip so we can attribute this to filler and also the dental work as well, with veneers.’
Although Christina has not commented on the Ozempic rumours, she did previously tell Allure that she has incobotulinumtoxinA – which is also used to treat muscle spasms – injected into her frown-lines.
In recent months, fans have also speculated that singer Kim Petras is on Ozempic and dabbled with lip filler – having debuted a noticeably fuller pout this summer.
Weight loss without the use of slimming drugs can also create the same effect, as evidenced by Jessica Simpson who has pillowy lips and looks more slender than ever, but insists that her slim shape is down to willpower and not jabs.
9. TAYLOR SWIFT’S MYSTERY ‘CONTRACT’
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s representatives were forced to deny that the couple had plans to split after a document written on the headed paper of his US PR company was spread online
The supposed contract outlined a supposed plan to break up on September 28 and release an official statement three days later to ‘allow the initial media frenzy to settle and ensure clarity’
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s representatives were forced to deny that the couple had plans to split after a document written on the headed paper of his US PR company was spread online.
The supposed contract outlined a supposed plan to break up on September 28 and release an official statement three days later to ‘allow the initial media frenzy to settle and ensure clarity’.
The paperwork stated the announcement would focus on Kelce’s ‘personal growth’ by framing the breakup as a ‘natural part of life’. It would also highlight his ‘commitment to his career and his ongoing achievements in the sports industry.’
The contract is widely believed to be fake, and Kelce’s camp were quick to call it ‘entirely false and fabricated.’
Since the document emerged, the couple have enjoyed plenty of time together with Swift attending both of Kelce’s opening two NFL games with the Kansas City Chiefs.
The contract is widely believed to be fake, and Kelce’s camp were quick to call it ‘entirely false and fabricated’
A subsequent report from Life & Style magazine revealed the couple were rocked by the scandal, so much so, a new plan had been devised to approach their relationship in a different way.
‘Taylor’s really making a conscious effort to go with the flow a lot more now and let her hair down,’ a source said.
‘When they first got together, she was more focused on the timing of everything, when they’d have their first public date, their first public kiss, what their PR messaging would be. That’s her style, she micromanages her image and always has.
‘But at this point, she just wants to take the shackles off and let people judge them based on what comes naturally. You can see the change just based on what she wore to the game.
‘In the past she felt like she had to dress like the perfect NFL girlfriend and to her that meant head to toe team gear. This time she wore what she felt sexy in, she didn’t wear fan merch or team colors.’
To date, the couple are still together.
10 DAVE GROHL’S SECRET BABY
In September, Foo Fighters star Dave Grohl admitted to cheating on his wife Jordyn Blum and fathering a secret baby girl in statement shared with Instagram followers
In September, Foo Fighters star Dave Grohl admitted to cheating on his wife Jordyn Blum and fathering a secret baby girl in statement shared with Instagram followers.
It read: ‘I’ve recently become the father of a new baby daughter, born outside of my marriage. I plan to be a loving and supportive parent to her.
‘I love my wife and my children, and I am doing everything I can to regain their trust and earn their forgiveness. We’re grateful for your consideration toward all the children involved, as we move forward together.’
Grohl and Blum, 48, met in 2001 and have been married since 2003, sharing three daughters – Violet, Harper and Ophelia.
She previously worked as a model and TV producer.
The couple shares three daughters – Violet, Harper and Ophelia. They are seen in 2023
Grohl and Blum, 48, met in 2001 and have been married since 2003. They are seen in 2003
The rock star, who has often been described as a ‘family man,’ has spoken about the importance of his family in interviews throughout the years.
In 2007, Grohl told The Guardian, ‘[My wife] Jordyn and [daughter] Violet are anchors that keep me from completely disappearing.’
Speaking to TIME in 2012, he said his family ‘changed everything that I do.’
He added: ‘It’s changed everything that I do. When you have kids, you see life through different eyes. You feel love more deeply and are maybe a little more compassionate. It’s inevitable that that would make its way into your songwriting.’
Grohl divorced his first wife Jennifer Leigh Youngblood in 1997 after admitting to cheating.
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