Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston, and Angelina Jolie
One of the most talked-about love triangles in Hollywood, the Brad Pitt-Jennifer Aniston-Angelina Jolie saga dominated the media in the mid-2000s. After marrying Jennifer Aniston in 2000, Brad Pitt’s relationship with Jolie reportedly began while filming, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, in 2004, although both denied an affair at the time. In 2005, Pitt and Aniston announced their separation, and soon after, Pitt was publicly linked with Jolie, leading to intense speculation and media backlash. Fans were heartbroken over the split, with many viewing Jolie as the ‘other woman.’ Despite the scandal, Pitt and Jolie went on to have a family and marry in 2014, although their relationship also ended in divorce in 2016.
Kristen Stewart and Rupert Sanders
Kristen Stewart’s affair with married director Rupert Sanders in 2012 shocked fans worldwide, especially since she was in a high-profile relationship with her Twilight co-star Robert Pattinson. The scandal caused a massive media frenzy, with the couple eventually splitting.
Rebecca Loos and David Beckham
In 2004, British tabloid News of the World revealed that Rebecca Loos, David Beckham’s personal assistant at the time, had an affair with the football star. The scandal rocked Beckham’s clean-cut image and caused a media frenzy, with both Loos and Beckham’s wife, Victoria, being thrust into the spotlight. Beckham denied the affair at first, but Loos later confirmed the relationship in interviews. The scandal added to the intense public scrutiny surrounding the Beckham family, though they later weathered the storm and remained together, with their marriage ultimately surviving the media frenzy.
Eddie Cibrian and LeAnn Rimes
In 2009, actor Eddie Cibrian’s affair with country singer LeAnn Rimes, while both were still married to other people, became a major tabloid story. The scandal led to the breakdown of Cibrian’s marriage and Rimes’ divorce, and the pair’s subsequent relationship continued to be a point of public fascination.
Jesse James and Sandra Bullock
After Bullock’s Oscar win, Jesse James’ infidelity came to light, with multiple women claiming to have had affairs with the reality TV star. The scandal not only destroyed their marriage but left the public stunned, considering Bullock’s wholesome image.
Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise
The marriage between Hollywood A-listers Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise was once one of the most iconic in the industry. They wed in 1990, but their relationship was overshadowed by intense media scrutiny, especially due to Cruise’s association with the Church of Scientology. Their divorce in 2001 shocked fans, as it came amid rumours of Cruise’s controlling behaviour and alleged infidelities. While neither ever confirmed the reasons behind their split, the media speculated that Cruise’s religious beliefs and his focus on Scientology played a major role in their separation. Kidman, who was previously seen as the picture of a happy, supportive wife, was reportedly devastated by the divorce. Despite the scandals surrounding their relationship, both Kidman and Cruise went on to have successful careers, though their divorce remains one of Hollywood’s most talked-about splits.
Khloé Kardashian and Tristan Thompson
The relationship between Khloé Kardashian and NBA star Tristan Thompson was marred by scandal after scandal. The first major betrayal came in 2018 when, just days before Khloé gave birth to their daughter, news broke that Thompson had been caught cheating with multiple women. Despite this, Khloé chose to stay with him. However, the drama didn’t end there; just a year later, in 2019, Thompson was again caught in a cheating scandal, this time with Jordyn Woods, Khloé’s younger sister Kylie’s best friend. The public fallout was intense, and Khloé eventually ended her relationship with Thompson.
Tiger Woods’ Multiple Affairs
The golf champion’s world came crashing down in 2009 when it was revealed he had numerous affairs during his marriage to Elin Nordegren. The fallout tarnished Woods’ career and led to
a public apology and media scrutiny that lasted for years.
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck
The relationship between Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck was once considered one of Hollywood’s most stable. However, their marriage, which lasted from 2005 to 2018, was rocked by scandal when rumours of Affleck’s infidelity surfaced in 2015. The biggest controversy came when Affleck was reportedly involved with their nanny, Christine Ouzounian. Although neither Affleck nor Garner confirmed the affair publicly, the media frenzy surrounding the rumours was impossible to ignore. The couple separated in 2015, and their divorce was finalized in 2018. The scandal was a major topic of conversation, especially given Affleck’s previous struggles with addiction and Garner’s reputation for being the ‘good wife.’ Despite the betrayal, the couple remained committed to co-parenting their three children, showing a level of maturity amidst the chaos.
John F. Kennedy and His Affairs
President John F. Kennedy’s infidelities became one of the most shocking and enduring scandals of American politics. While in office, Kennedy was known for his charisma and was widely adored, but behind the scenes, his numerous extramarital affairs were kept hidden from the public. One of the most famous affairs was with actress Marilyn Monroe, though there were also rumors of relationships with other women, including actress Marlene Dietrich, socialite Judith Campbell Exner and White House intern Mimi Alford. The press and public were largely unaware of these affairs during his presidency, with the media maintaining a largely sanitized image of the Kennedy family. However, after his assassination in 1963, details about his sexual escapades emerged, shattering the idealized image of the beloved president.
