Andrew Garfield is the latest star to be accused of throwing a tantrum on set, with the actor dogged by claims he angrily shouted at viewers watching him film his new film.
The 39-year-old actor – who is currently filming a rom-com titled We Live In Time in south-west London with actress Florence Pugh – appeared to have had a crossword or two with viewers who “distracted” his film shoot.
After residents came to the window to watch the action, Andrew apparently “gestured to open the window” before yelling at them.
Hollywood stars have long been accused of throwing tantrums and epic meltdowns when things don’t go their way – from the likes of Christian Bale losing the Terminator Salvation crew to Justin Bieber yelling at cameramen because they didn’t capture his dance moves.
Now let’s take a look back at some of the most iconic celebrity diva strops.
Oh no! Andrew Garfield has been dogged by claims that he angrily scolded a group of viewers watching him film his new film
Mariah Carey drops the ball on New Year’s Eve
Mariah Carey started 2017 with a bang when she stormed off the stage during the New Year’s Eve show in New York’s Times Square.
The singer appeared nervous and on the verge of tears when ABC accidentally played the wrong lip-sync track during her performance, proving she wasn’t singing live and she couldn’t continue.
She stormed the stage, repeatedly requesting that the monitors be turned on during her performance before attempting to save her set by briefly dancing.
However, she didn’t last long and then said into her microphone: “I’m trying to be a good athlete here.”
Mariah stayed onstage while another song played before walking away angrily, sending Twitter crashing with her antics.
Oops: Mariah Carey started 2017 with a bang when she stormed off the stage in New York’s Times Square during the New Year’s Eve show
Terminator meltdown by Christian Bale
Christian Bale is still trying to shake the reputation for being “difficult” after having an explosive tantrum on set while filming Terminator: Salvation.
While filming the Terminator sequel in 2008, the Oscar-winning actor hit out at the film’s cinematographer, Shane Hurlbut, in a rant and threatened to leave the film.
Audio footage of the meltdown was leaked the following year, and Christian was heard threatening Shane: “I’m going to fucking kick your ass.” Do you want me to go and kill your lights? Should I go and throw them away? Then why are you ruining my scene?’
The actor then publicly apologized for his outburst, calling it “inexcusable” and admitting “I was acting like a punk.”
Acting out: Christian Bale is still trying to shake the reputation for being ‘difficult’ after having an explosive tantrum on set while filming ‘Terminator: Salvation’
Kim Kardashian loses her earrings
Kim Kardashian became an instant meme in 2011 after she lost one of her prized $75,000 diamond earrings in the waters of Bora Bora.
While being filmed for Keeping Up With The Kardashians, Kim cried out about her lost sweetheart, prompting sister Kourtney to drop one of the show’s most iconic lines: “Kim, there are people who die.”
In a 2017 interview, Kylie Jenner revealed how she ended up saving the day for her sister.
“I was going down there and it was salt water, so it kind of hurt to open my eyes, but I just opened my eyes and looked around and saw something shiny,” she recalled.
“I swam all the way down there – it was about 10 feet – and picked it up and it was the shining diamond! I literally found it in two minutes.”
Hilarious: Kim Kardashian became an instant meme in 2011 after she lost one of her prized $75,000 diamond earrings in the waters of Bora Bora
Megan McKenna’s “Hangry” meltdown
Megan McKenna went viral in 2016 when she launched a foul-mouthed tirade on Celebrity Big Brother – which she later accused of being “hangry”.
The ex-on-the-strand star was called into the diary room after clashing with fellow contestants John Partridge and Tiffany Pollard and didn’t hold back as she yelled profanities and attacked the chair.
During her hissing fit, she lamented being asked to eat “crackers and figs” while she rationed, shrieking, “I can’t eat that, what the heck!”
Megan was officially cautioned for her hysterical behavior and while viewers were initially shocked by the outburst, they later saw the funny side of Megan’s extreme anger and poked fun at viral internet jokes about her.
Many compared Megan’s explosive outburst to demonic horror film characters from Carrie (1976) and The Exorcist (1974).
Calm down: Megan McKenna went viral in 2016 when she went on a rant on Celebrity Big Brother – which she later accused of being “hangry”.
Tom Cruise finds it impossible to maintain his cool mission
Tom Cruise made headlines in 2020 when audio of him lashing out at Mission: Impossible 7 crew members for violating COVID-19 guidelines went viral.
He appeared to have good intentions when on Mission: Impossible – Lybra – he addressed at least two crew members who were reportedly too close and not following social distancing guidelines.
The first major box-office production to begin filming amid the pandemic, Tom’s tirade came from a place of anxiety-induced stress, though many struggled with ballistic delivery on his part.
The profanity-laden swear words stoked fear on set, and a source later said the crew had been “walking on eggshells” since Tom uninvited them.
George Clooney defended his pal’s actions when he said people “have to be responsible” both on and off set, while former Scientologist Leah Remini – who has criticized his continued involvement in the church – called it a “publicity stunt”.
Furious: Tom Cruise made headlines in 2020 when audio of him lashing out at Mission: Impossible 7 crew members for violating COVID-19 guidelines went viral
Cristiano Ronaldo breaks a phone
Cristiano Ronaldo was fined £50,000 and given a two-game suspension in 2022 after smashing a fan’s phone after Man United’s defeat by Everton.
As he headed back into the dressing room after his defeat, Cristiano slapped Jacob Harding – a 14-year-old boy with autism – on the hand as he charged through the tunnel, damaging the boy’s phone.
After a five-month investigation, the FA handed the footballer a hefty fine and a suspension as punishment for inappropriate and violent behaviour.
Following his actions at Goodison Park, Cristiano apologized and stated: “It’s never easy to deal with emotions in difficult moments like the one we’re facing.”
Adding that he should have shown young fans an “example”, he concluded: “I would like to apologize for my outburst and, if possible, invite this supporter to come and see a game at Old Trafford as a token of fair play and sportsmanship.” “
Lost: Cristiano Ronaldo was fined £50,000 and given a two-game suspension in 2022 after smashing a fan’s phone after Man United’s defeat by Everton
Ariana Grande licks donuts
In a bizarre move that she never fully explained, Ariana Grande unleashed her anger at a random bakery in 2015 when she entered the place and started licking the donuts on display.
After entering the Wolfee Donut store in Lake Elsinore with then-boyfriend Ricky Alvarez, she began contaminating the baked goods, and when approached by an employee, she ranted, “What the hell is that? i hate americans I hate America.’
While she never explained what sparked the outbreak, she later released an apology video saying she was “disgusted” with herself.
She explained: “I’m going to come forward and stand by what I’ve done and take responsibility and say I’m sorry because I reacted in a way that I feel like it wasn’t necessary to say the least ‘but also just wasn’t me at all.’
Yum: Ariana Grande unleashed her anger at a random bakery in 2015 when she entered the place and started licking the donuts on display
Justin Bieber throws a strop live on TV
When Justin Bieber appeared on the Today Show in 2015, he no doubt expected to turn heads with his new bleach blonde hair.
Unfortunately for the singer, it was an unexpected moment that went viral after it was filmed lashing out at the cameraman.
After performing a medley of hits, Justin was concerned his dance moves hadn’t been recorded and, unaware the camera was still rolling, went over to give the operator his opinion.
He was filmed angrily: “The camera’s there all the time, I might as well not even dance. Why am I even doing this if they just…’ before the feed quickly went black and the program switched to commercials.
Caught: Not realizing that the camera was still rolling after his appearance on the Today Show, Justin Bieber walked over to give the operator his opinion
Lil Wayne throws away his microphone
Lil Wayne lost his cool in spectacular fashion in 2016 when audiences didn’t respond to his performance.
The rapper appeared at the Philipp Plein show during Milan Fashion Week and urged the audience to raise their hands and join in, but only a handful actually did.
Lil Wayne was seen rapping to the music alongside a conductor in a white tie and tuxedo as he told the crowd, “Hands up,” adding emphatically, “Hands up.”
The rapper feigned disbelief and yelled into his mic, “Is that what you want me to do? Do you mean that seriously?’ before throwing away his microphone and walking off stage.
The rapper’s rep later explained that he didn’t leave the stage because of the crowd, but because he was frustrated with technical difficulties, primarily because his mic didn’t work as planned.
‘Hands up’: Lil Wayne spectacularly lost his composure in 2016 when audiences didn’t respond to his performance
Kanye West doesn’t let Taylor Swift finish
Kanye West’s long-running feud with Taylor Swift began in 2009 when he threw a tantrum on stage when she won Best Music Video at the MTV VMAs.
The rapper interrupted then-19-year-old Taylor to announce that Beyonce should have been won instead.
He said at the time: “Yo Taylor, I’m really happy for you, I’ll let you finish, but Beyoncé had one of the best videos ever! One of the best videos ever!’
Kanye later claimed he was forced to do the stunt because of a “higher power,” saying, “If God didn’t want me to walk on stage and say Beyoncé had the best video, He wouldn’t have me up front.” set row. I would have sat in the back.’
Unforgettable: Kanye West’s longstanding feud with Taylor Swift began in 2009 when he threw a tantrum on stage when she won Best Music Video at the MTV VMAs
Will Smith beats Chris Rock
While all celebrities need a bit of a tease at awards shows, Will Smith lost his cool in spectacular fashion when Oscars host Chris Rock mocked his wife, Jada Pinkett-Smith, at the 2022 ceremony.
Chris had poked fun at Jada, calling her GI Jane for her buzzcut, seemingly unaware that she was suffering from alopecia.
In what might be the most shocking moment in Oscars history, Will then stormed the stage and punched Chris, warning him, “Keep my wife’s name out of your friggin’ mouth.”
While Will was allowed to remain at the ceremony and later that night received an Oscar for Best Actor for King Richard, he was subsequently banned from attending Academy events for 10 years.
Ouch: Will Smith lost his cool in spectacular fashion when Oscars host Chris Rock mocked his wife, Jada Pinkett-Smith, at the 2022 ceremony
Vanessa Feltz throws a tantrum on CBB
The very first Celebrity Big Brother UK series aired in 2001, four years after the civilian show hit screens, supporting Comic Relief.
Although it only starred six celebrities and lasted eight days, there was no shortage of drama, including Vanessa Feltz’s legendary meltdown on day three.
After being nominated for the eviction, the TV presenter, dressed in leopard print and sunglasses, began scribbling obscenities in chalk on the kitchen table, ignoring Big Brother’s requests to stop.
Reflecting on her breakdown 20 years later, Vanessa admitted, “I didn’t really think about it at all. It just didn’t seem like a big deal back then. How wrong I was!’
Meltdown: After Vanessa Feltz was nominated for the eviction, dressed in leopard print and wearing sunglasses, she began scribbling profanity in Chal on the kitchen table
Chris Brown throws a phone
Chris Brown enraged a fervent fan during a concert in Berlin after he snatched her phone and threw it at the crowd as she repeatedly tried to film him.
The Give Me Everything hitmaker performed a sexy lap dance for the fan, who was sitting in the center stage chair, surrounded by his backup dancers.
But more concerned with spotlighting her moment, the fan once again took to her phone to film herself.
After he had had enough, Chris grabbed the phone and threw it into the crowd, to the obvious shock of fans.
The stage then plunged into darkness after the performance ended.
Furious: Chris Brown enraged an avid fan during his concert in Berlin after he snatched her phone and threw it at the crowd as she repeatedly tried to film him
Madonna threatens to cancel show
Although smoking outdoors is legal in Chile, Madonna threw a strop when she caught a whiff of smoke while performing in the South American country in 2012.
During a sound check, Madonna was seen yelling at the crowd: “There are people who are smoking right now. Smoking prohibited! If you smoke cigarettes, I’m not doing a show.’
Unfortunately, Madonna’s tirade, which she made in English in front of the Spanish-speaking audience, didn’t have the desired effect and she became even more angry.
The Like A Prayer singer continued, “You don’t care about me? I do not care about you. In order? Will we play this game? I am not joking. I can’t sing if you smoke. entities? You look straight at me and smoke cigarettes like I’m a fucking idiot.”
Unfazed: Although smoking outdoors is legal in Chile, Madonna threw a strop when she caught a whiff of smoke while performing in the South American country in 2012
Gemma Collins feels ‘claustrophobic’
Gemma Collins’ 2016 performance on Celebrity Big Brother broke down several times, but the most notorious collapse came when she yelled at Darren Day.
The reality star had refused to take part in several duties on the show, to the detriment of her housemates.
When Darren asked why she wouldn’t enter the assignment room, Gemma yelled, “I don’t need the money, I have money… I’m claustrophobic Darren!”
The moment was one of the most memorable of the season, becoming a viral meme and even a clothing line.
Claustrophobia: Gemma Collins’ 2016 stint on Celebrity Big Brother saw her collapse several times, but the most infamous collapse came when she yelled at Darren Day