The list goes on and on and on and on and…. on, but we’ll just run you through the top 20. Let’s just say, James Corden, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry and Amber Heard do not come off well.
At least most of the list is American though right?… right?
The list has been dropped by ‘ Ranker ‘, a website that features polls on entertainment, brands, sports, food and culture. It claims to be one of the largest databases of opinions, with more than one billion votes gathered on over millions of subjective voters.
And for this particular poll, it currently has racked up 394.5k votes, with 31.4k voters.
As of writing, the latest additions were Matt Healy, Danny Masterson and Joe Jonas. Weird three celebs to have in one sentence but okay.
Lil Wayne is also being named ‘most divisive’. Niche.
Okay, let’s get into it. The top 20.
20 – Mark Zuckerberg
Mark Zuckerberg, famously co-founded Facebook and its parent company ‘Meta Platforms’ (former Facebook Inc.) of which he is chairman, chief executive and controlling shareholder.
As of May 2024, Zuckerberg’s net worth was estimated at $166 billion by Forbes, making him the fourth richest person in the world.
19 – Hilaria Thomas
Hilaria Thomas is the wife of actor Alec Baldwin. She is an American yoga instructor, entrepreneur, podcaster and author. She has released an exercise DVD and wellness-focussed book.
After her husband accidentally fatally shot cinematographer Halyna Hutchins with a prop gun in October 2021, Baldwin posted on her Instagram, “My heart is with Halyna. Her husband. Her son. Their family and loved ones. And my Alec.”
18 – James Corden
Gavin and Stacey star James Corden – a much divisive figure in pop culture
Gavin and Stacey actor and host of ‘The Late Late Show’ our very own Brit turned American TV host, comedian James Corden comes in at a rather unflattering number 18.
17 – Kylie Jenner
The youngest of the famous Jenner / Kardashian clan, 26-year-old mother of two, Kylie comes in at number 17. She is the founder and owner of cosmetic company Kylie Cosmetics.
16 – Logan Paul
The elder of the Paul brothers and the co-founder of Prime beverages. Elder Paul was ranked on the Forbes list for the highest paid YouTube creators in 2017, 2018 and 2021.
Since their YouTube fame, Logan and his younger brother Jake (who gets a shout out later on) have made moves into the wrestling and boxing world. With their boxing debuts redefining an era of martial arts, dubbed ‘YouTube boxing’.
15 – 6ix9ine
Daniel Hernandez (born May 8, 1996), known professionally as 6ix9ine (stylised 6IX9INE and pronounced “six nine”) and also as Tekashi69, is an American rapper. One of the first and most well-documented incidents in Hernandez’s extensive legal history stems from a child sexual performance charge dating back to 2015. He entered a guilty plea and was sentenced to four years of probation without being required to register as a sex offender.
14 – Kanye West
The ever controversial rapper and father of Kim Kardashian’s four children (Kim K also gets a shout out a bit later on). The latest in the Ye saga involves his announcement of ‘Yeezy Porn’, for which his Yeezy Chief of Staff has just quit over.
13 – Kris Jenner
The matriarch of the Kardashian clan. Kris Jenner is a renowned American TV personality, entertainment manager, producer, businesswoman and author. She rose to fame with Keeping Up with the Kardashians, and she’s not gone anywhere since.
12 – Kim Kardashian
SKIMS founder and TV personality Kim Kardashian (
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Right off the bat from her mum, Kimmy K. One of the original influencers there isn’t really anything Kim hasn’t done.
Her SKIMS underwear brand was the push that she needed to push her already unimaginable net worth into the billionaire status. Kim can have a habit of being a bit tone deaf, so her appearance on this list doesn’t come as a huge surprise.
11 – Jake Paul
Baby Paul. The 27-year-old younger brother of Logan Paul and former Disney star who is the self-proclaimed ‘Problem Child’. Another YouTuber, Jake’s latest ventures see him enter the ring as a professional boxer.
He famously lost to Molly Mae-Hague’s Love Island boyfriend, Tommy Fury in a 2023 face-off. Despite promises of a rematch, it hasn’t come to fruition just yet.
10 – Chris Brown
Another rapper, Chris Brown’s legacy of domestic violence allegations still hasn’t faded from public memory – hence his appearance in the top 10.
9 – James Charles
Born in 1999, 25-year-old James Charles is an American internet personality, make-up artist and model. He is known for being the first male CoverGirl spokesperson.
In 2021, James was accused of “grooming” and having inappropriate conversations with minors. In 2023, the influencer attempted a “comeback” in an interview with Cosmopolitan titled “James Charles Would Like to Be Un-Canceled, Please”.
“I don’t want to sit here and f***ing mope and whine and cry, because nobody wants to hear it,” he began. “I had to do a lot of thinking. Like, ‘Okay, babe, this is your fault. No, you’re not a paedophile. No, you’re not a f***ing groomer. No, you’re not a predator. But you made a big mistake.’”
8 – Sean Combs
Sean Combs – AKA P. Diddy / Puff Daddy, had a string of sexual assault allegations have been made against him, one of the most successful music moguls in the history of rap. Four women, including his long-time partner Casandra “Cassie” Ventura, have filed lawsuits against the musician, accusing him of sexual and physical abuse. He has denied all allegations.
7 – Jada Pinkett Smith
Wife of Will Smith and mum of Jaden and Willow Smith, Jada is an accomplished actress, singer and talk show host. One of the most memorable moments that set the stage for the recent controversies was a 2020 episode of “Red Table Talk” in which the Smiths discussed Jada’s romantic “entanglement” with musician August Alsina during a period of separation.
It feels like only yesterday when estranged husband Will slapped comedian Chris Rock on stage at the 2022 Oscars. The controversy arose when Chris Rock made a remark about Jada’s appearance during the Oscar ceremony, seemingly unaware of her alopecia.
6 – Bill Cosby
American former comedian, 86-year-old Bill Cosby has long been plagued with sexual assault allegations. On September 25, 2018, he was sentenced to three to ten years in state prison and a $25,000 fine, together with court costs of both trials.
On June 30, 2021, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court overturned Cosby’s conviction, citing violations of his due process rights. Cosby was released from prison on the same day that his conviction was overturned having served nearly three years.
5 – Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey is a media mogul, talk show host, actress, producer, and philanthropist. She is best known as host of The Oprah Winfrey Show, which aired for 25 seasons, from 1986 to 2011.
In 2023 she faced backlash for using weight-loss medication, despite her long standing role as an ambassador for Weight Watchers. During her impressive career-history she has interviewed The Obamas, President Trump, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and Sarah Ferguson.
4 – Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex
Harry and Meghan have long been under fire for their seeming abandonment of the royal family (
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Prince Harry, the younger son of King Charles and Princess Diana has long come under fire for his supposing ‘abandonment’ of the Royal Family. Having moved with his wife Meghan Markle (who also gets a mention in a moment) over to the US, Harry was blasted by the UK for leaving his brother and dad in the lurch when it comes to royal commitments.
Harry said that he was determined that his wife wouldn’t suffer the same fate as Diana.
3 – Ellen DeGeneres
The 66-year-old star of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which ran for 19 seasons from 2003 until 2022. Despite its longevity, the show was marred by accusations of toxic behaviour by several executives in 2020, who were subsequently let go.
She hasn’t totally disappeared from the public eye however, in February Ellen took to the stage at the Largo in Los Angeles, delivering an unexpected stand-up comedy set. She has taken her comedy show on the road and is now touring across the US.
2 – Amber Heard
Aquaman actress Amber Heard was married to Pirates of the Caribbean actor, Johnny Depp – and the pair became embroiled in a very nasty legal case surrounding domestic abuse and defamation.
Heard alleged that, Depp, drunk and high on mushrooms, flew into a rage, grabbed the woman’s wrists and threatened to hurt her. He then allegedly trashed the cabin where he and Heard were staying, hit Heard, and threw glasses at her. Depp has always denied the allegations.
A jury ruled in June 2022 that Heard had defamed Depp.
1 – Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex
Born as Rachel Meghan Markle on August 4, 1981, is an American-born member of the British royal family, a philanthropist, and a former actress.
In 2018, Meghan married Prince Harry, becoming the Duchess of Sussex. The couple’s wedding was a globally televised event, attended by numerous high-profile guests and watched by millions around the world.
However, Meghan’s time as a senior royal was short-lived. In 2020, she and Prince Harry stepped back from their royal duties, seeking to establish financial independence. They relocated to California, USA, where they continue to engage in various charitable endeavours through their non-profit organisation, Archewell Foundation.
Rankers report that “despite the challenges and scrutiny faced, Meghan remains a figure of intrigue and admiration for many, symbolising a modern approach to royalty, philanthropy, and public life.”
