12 Incredibly Cynical Celebrity Attempts At Personal Branding

Ah, celebrities. They’re always doing something outrageous to grab the public’s attention. Whether it’s wearing a meat dress or attempting to trademark a phrase, celebrities will go to great lengths to get their names in the headlines. From their fashion choices to their questionable behavior, they never fail to make us scratch our heads in confusion. From Lady Gaga’s meat dress to Shia LaBeouf’s paper bag head, celebrities have been pushing the boundaries of what is acceptable in the public eye for years. 

This list is a compilation of some of the most outrageous celebrity moments of the past decade. From Shia LaBeouf’s failed attempt at activism to Cardi B’s failed attempt to trademark her catchphrase “okurrr,” these celebrities have certainly made an impression. We’ve got Lady Gaga’s meat dress, Adam Levine’s flower tattoo, and Doja Cat’s cat-tastic costume from the 2023 Met Gala. 

So, without further ado, let’s dive into this list of 12 outrageous celebrity moments. Enjoy.

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11 Dramatic Exit, Indeed.

10 “Okurrr” not okurr-able.

9 Grandstanding for attention?

8 Flour-ishing publicity stunt.

7 Kathy Griffin: Not Elon Musk.

6 Leashed?

5 Nazi-like symbols and Anne Frank insults: Roger Waters’ Berlin shows.

4 Adam Levine: flower power.

3 Chris Pratt: Revolutionary or Right-Wing?

2 Booze-less?

1 Doja Cat: Cat-tastic.