Celebrities are always being scrutinized for everything that they do. When you are in the spotlight and the world is watching, people will always have things to say — good and bad. However, celebs usually get more bad than good, no matter who they are. People love to put other people down, especially when they are out there racking in the money and the fame.
When the hate comes in, though, not all celebrities sit back and take it. In fact, more often than not, celebs have no problem clapping back at the online trolls who have nothing but garbage to say to them. Some of their clapbacks are absolutely iconic.
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When Susan Sarandon’s daughter responded to people’s hate on her wedding dress
Susan Sarandon’s daughter, Eva Amurri, married chef Ian Hock on June 29, 2024. When she posted photos of her wedding alongside her new husband and their families, many people immediately took to the comment section to talk about one thing—her breasts. Eva’s dress was a strapless satin gown that showcased her figure.
Many people felt as though the dress was “inappropriate” for the venue and the occasion, saying that her “boobs were out too much for her wedding day.” Of course, Eva saw the comments — who could miss them? But, instead of ignoring them, she clapped back at the haters by posting a close-up of her chest on her wedding day. Epic.
When Zendaya called out interviewers for racist remarks about her red-carpet look
In an episode of E!’s Fashion Police, where interviewers discuss celebrity outfits and red-carpet looks, Giuliana Rancic claimed that Zendaya’s hairstyle, faux locs, didn’t do it for her because not only did they not look good on her, but they probably smell like weed.
Zendaya decided that it was vitally important to set the record straight that just because someone has locs, doesn’t mean that they automatically smell like weed — by sharing all of the successful and famous individuals who sport them.
When James Blunt roasted this hater
When someone tweeted singer James Blunt that they broke up with their girlfriend because she likes his music, they claimed she was “obviously deaf.” So, Blunt clapped back by telling the hater that if she was his girlfriend, she must have also been blind, too. Brutal!
When Kim Kardashian went to bat for her sister
Lamar Odom, ex-husband of Khloé Kardashian, loves to talk in interviews about why his marriage ended. Many times, he blames the Kardashian family and talks poorly about them. But Kim Kardashian wasn’t going to let him blame her sister for their failed marriage — which publically ended because Odom was cheating and frequently going out to shady places.
When he said that Khloé was on her “second or third NBA player,” Kim said it was more like it was his “second or third brothel.” Don’t mess with that family.
When P!nk called someone a couch potato
Everyone loves to hate on singer’s talents from the comfort of their own homes (when they can barely sing themselves). One person tweeted online, “I’ve said it once, I’ve said it 1,000 times, Pink sucks and if you like her singing you’re dumb” during her SuperBowl performance.
When this happened, P!nk was eager to let them know that at least she got to perform for the entire world to watch, while he was stuck home on his couch.
When Terry Crews proved this fan was rude
When she asked Terry Crews for a photo when she was attending Horror Nights, she said Terry Crews “rudely” said, “Uh noooo.” However, there was way more to this story than a snarky tweet online.
Crews shared that the fan pushed through his children like a zombie to ask him for a photo. Of course, he was going to say no at that point.
When Lil Nas X just wanted an explanation
Greg Kelly decided to lay into Lil Nas X, an openly gay rapper and musician in the industry. He said that America has a huge problem and that Lil Nas X has no talent and is a “little fool.” Don’t worry though, Lil Nas X has some thick skin. He responded to Kelly saying, “Damn Greg, all I did was wear a crop top this time.”
When Sabrina Carpenter dragged this Twitter user
Sabrina Carpenter has been killing it this summer with hit after hit after hit. When her song “Espresso” was holding a steady spot on the Top 100, she released her second single off of her album, “Please, Please, Please.”
However, not everyone was as into the song as “Espresso.” One Twitter user said he “didn’t think he’d ever seen someone fumble a second single this hard.” However, when “Please, Please, Please” hit number one on the Top 100, she posted a photo of the chart and the guy’s tweet on her Instagram. This was both petty and iconic behavior.
When Khloé Kardashian was told she held her daughter too much
People online were bashing Khloé Kardashian for always holding her daughter, True, too often, saying that she was coddling her and setting her up for failure. So, Khloé explained that as her mom, she will hold her until she can’t hold her anymore.
Also, when you’re always surrounded by cameras and people trying to take your photo, you are always going to make sure your children feel safe. Obviously.
When Taylor Swift called Netflix out for a crude joke
When Netflix debuted its original show, Ginny and Georgia, they made a crude joke about Taylor Swift and her dating life, saying that the lead character, Georgia, goes through men faster than Taylor Swift.
Well, Swift wasn’t really into being the butt of a Netflix series’ joke. She said, “2010 called and wants their sexist joke back.” She also said that after their documentary, Miss Americana, it’s not cute for Netflix to degrade women the way that they do.
When Chrissy Teigen was matter-of-fact
Haters love to hate on everyone for being famous, like when this one Twitter user called Chrissy Teigen “a bully, rude, and married to John Legend” while questioning her actual job. Chrissy responded by saying, “You just listed three jobs. Do you want me to have more than three jobs?” I mean, in this economy…
When The Rock got involved in this ongoing chaos
When DJ Khalid admitted that he doesn’t like to pleasure his wife but expects her to do so because he’s kind and deserves it, everyone roasted him. The best response was when The Rock jumped into the online conversation, saying that he masters “all performances.”
Well, if we didn’t love him before, we definitely love him now.
When Zara Larsson went for the KO
When a fan decided to drag Zara Larsson for an interview with Pop Crave, an online magazine that is not too “well known,” Larsson was quick to come back at the troll, saying that Pop Crave has been nothing but supportive of her — why would she dog them? And, not to mention, McDonald’s wanted to interview the Twitter user for new shifts. Bye!
When SZA was called out for her ‘Kill Bill’ music video
In SZA’s music video for her hit single, “Kill Bill,” many people called her out for “eating a heart.” Of course, anyone would know it is not a “real heart.” But some people need to be told. SZA explained that it was corn syrup, and she just wanted to taste it — they kept it in for the music video aesthetic. Everyone has to make everything into something it’s clearly not.
When Brittany from ‘Vanderpump Rules’ was called out for her weight loss
Brittany, known for starring on Vanderpump Rules and The Valley on Bravo, was told on Instagram that she had to be on Ozempic or even using Photoshop because she can’t look that thin without something going on.
She jumped in to explain it’s neither, just the .5 zoom on the iPhone and nothing more. Sorry, not sorry.
When Cardi B tried to poke fun at Olivia Rodrigo
Cardi B tried to poke fun at Olivia Rodrigo, a hit singer who debuted her first album with her single “Driver’s License” by saying she would make a song about not having a driver’s license. However, Rodrigo wasn’t offended; she just offered Cardi B to pick her up and take her wherever she wanted.
