In the glitzy world of showbiz, behind-the-scenes drama often steals the spotlight. From fiery on-set clashes to scandalous exits, Hollywood has seen its fair share of stars getting the boot. Tinseltown’s turbulent tales of ego clashes on television, addictions derailing careers, and comments crossing the line are well known.
It’s the juiciest behind-the-scenes gossip, a reminder of how some slips can cost you a career in Hollywood. Whereas, some can make it fly. Here is are list of 10 celebrities who were fired from their TV Show.
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1. Lisa Kudrow – ‘Frasier’
Before putting on Phoebe Buffay‘s shoes to walk through Central Perk, Lisa Kudrow almost became Roz Doyle on ‘Frasier‘. Days into filming, the chemistry fell flat, leaving Kudrow fearing the end of her career. The rest is the history we all know, Lisa found ‘FRIENDS‘, a role that defined a generation, turning her career trajectory into sitcom gold.
2. Shannen Doherty – ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’
In the zip code of drama that is Beverly Hills, Shannen Doherty‘s reputation for being difficult on set led to an epic showdown with co-star Jennie Garth. Tori Spelling spilled the tea on how she played a role in getting Doherty axed, confessing her guilt to this day. The glitz and glam couldn’t overshadow the off-screen fireworks that sent shockwaves through the sets of ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’.
3. Robert Downey Jr. – ‘Ally McBeal’
Iron Man’s journey had a detour through the quirky world of ‘Ally McBeal‘, but Robert Downey Jr.‘s battles with substance abuse resulted in a dramatic exit. A series of real-life arrests in 2001 wrote the final chapter for his character, Larry Paul, leaving Ally without her love interest and fans without their dose of Downey charisma.
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4. Chadwick Boseman – ‘All My Children’
Before becoming the iconic Black Panther, Chadwick Boseman faced a dilemma on his first acting gig in ‘All My Children‘. Unhappy with the stereotypical portrayal of his character, Reggie Montgomery, Boseman spoke up and got fired. Enter Michael B. Jordan, the future Black Panther co-star, who stepped into the role and made soap opera history.
5. Taylor Momsen – ‘Gossip Girl’
Jenny Humphrey’s reign on ‘Gossip Girl‘ hit a sour note as Taylor Momsen’s passion for acting waned. Unreliable on set and clashing over music choices, Momsen’s character faced a significant cut in storyline. The on-set discord mirrored the off-screen tension, making Momsen’s exit as memorable as her character’s tumultuous journey.
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6. Thomas Gibson – ‘Criminal Minds’
Thomas Gibson’s hothead reputation reached its peak on the set of ‘Criminal Minds‘. Forced into anger management classes after an incident in 2010, he was eventually fired in 2016 for allegedly kicking a writer during creative differences.
7. Whoopi Goldberg – ‘The View’
‘The View‘s outspoken host, Whoopi Goldberg, faced a two-week suspension for controversial on-air comments. Addressing book banning, Goldberg’s statement about the Holocaust sparked outrage. Despite a swift apology and attempts to rectify the situation, the network wielded the suspension hammer, putting Goldberg’s hosting duties on hold.
8. Lori Loughlin – ‘Fuller House’
Aunt Becky’s happy days on ‘Fuller House‘ came crashing down with Lori Loughlin’s involvement in the college admissions scandal. Losing not just her role on the sitcom but also on Hallmark’s ‘When The Heart Calls’, Loughlin faced real-life consequences while her TV family bid farewell to Aunt Becky.
9. Selma Blair – ‘Anger Management’
Charlie Sheen’s antics allegedly played a role in Selma Blair’s firing from ‘Anger Management‘. Accusing Sheen of poor work ethic, Blair found herself on the receiving end of a harsh text termination, including a choice insult. The show’s title took on a new meaning as tempers flared on set.
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10. Charlie Sheen – ‘Two And A Half Men’
Charlie Sheen‘s public meltdown became the stuff of legend. Publicly feuding with producer Chuck Lorre, Sheen’s erratic behavior, and insulting tirades against the show’s creator led to his infamous exit. Winning may have been Sheen’s catchphrase, but the price of his public unraveling cost him a plum role on ‘Two And A Half Men‘.
In the world of fame and fortune, these behind-the-scenes sagas prove that even the brightest stars can burn out in spectacular fashion. Hollywood’s backstage tales are a reminder that, in the pursuit of entertainment perfection, not every script has a happy ending.
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