by Kylie
Thespian | Writer
In the age of social media, where a single post can reach millions within seconds, celebrities must navigate a digital minefield. For actors, a poorly timed or ill-conceived tweet or post can cause significant backlash, damaging their careers. Here are twelve high-profile examples of actors who experienced career turbulence due to controversial social media activity.
Roseanne Barr
Perhaps one of the most infamous cases, Roseanne Barr's racist tweet about former Obama advisor Valerie Jarrett led to the abrupt cancellation of her successful sitcom, "Roseanne." Despite issuing apologies, the damage was irreversible, and Barr faced widespread condemnation and a dramatic career setback.
