10 Celebrity Apologies That Backfired

When a celebrity tries to say sorry, the damage can sometimes get even worse. Join us as we look at the most infamous apologies that only added fuel to the fire, from awkward videos and tone-deaf statements to bizarre public responses that left fans, critics, and the internet stunned. These are the moments that turned damage control into a full-blown disaster. Our countdown includes Ed Sheeran, Shia LaBeouf, Drew Barrymore, Mario Batali, Ashton Kutcher & Mila Kunis, Michael Richards, Roseanne, Colleen Ballinger, Logan Paul, Kevin Spacey and more! Which apology backfired the hardest? Let us know in the comments below! WATCH our 24/7 Livestream to binge the best of MsMojo! https://wmojo.com/msmojo_livestream FOLLOW all of our socials for more lists, videos, and articles! https://linkin.bio/msmojo/ MsMojo is a leading producer of queen-sized lists and thought-provoking essays on Film, TV, Celebrity, Music, & more. Your trusted authority for ranking and analyzing Pop Culture. #Celebrity #Apology #Scandal #Backlash #Drama #Controversy #PopCulture #Entertainment #Viral #Internet #MsMojo 0:00 Introduction to failed apologies 0:13 Ed Sheeran's tour controversy 1:48 Shia LaBeouf's plagiarism scandal 2:55 Drew Barrymore's strike dispute 4:18 Mario Batali's bizarre apology 5:41 Lea Michele's accountability 6:48 Kutcher and Kunis's letters 8:08 Michael Richards' awkward apology 9:34 Ellen DeGeneres' toxic workplace 10:53 Colleen Ballinger's musical response 12:00 Kevin Spacey's unconventional exit