Iconic paparazzi photos with generous helpings of nostalgia
When celebs make their way into the world of fortune, they hypothetically sign an agreement that puts their faces on the map for the rest of their lives. Although they do get the chance to live their dream and become famous actors, singers, musicians, or social media superstars, they also have to live their lives in front of the cameras.
Everyone wants to keep up with celebs as much as they keep up with the Kardashians, and those who work as paparazzi are extremely thankful for this. After all, it’s their job to follow these celebrities about their daily lives and take photographs to sell to newspapers, magazines, and news sites. While most of the time these shots are rather boring and mundane, there have been a few famous paparazzi photos that have broken the internet.
The final photograph
Tupac Shakur was arguably one of the most famous rappers in the world during the 1990s. He made waves within the hip hop genre during this time, and everyone knew his name. Of course, his talents didn’t end there. Tupac was also an actor, activist, and philanthropist, and he was friends with some of the biggest names in music.
While celebrating a friend’s birthday in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, Tupac jumped into a car with Suge Knight and made their way along the Nevada roads. This paparazzi photo was taken just a few minutes before Tupac was shot during a drive-by incident. Although he was later taken to the hospital, he passed away six days later from internal bleeding. This was the last photograph ever taken of him.
Caught in the act
After the success of the movie series, The Twilight Saga, fans across the globe were over the moon to hear that their favorite vampire couple were dating in real life. Yes, Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart were a couple, and it was all anyone could talk about.
They seemed hopelessly in love, and Pattinson was extremely proud of his girlfriend for bagging herself a role in the 2012 drama fantasy movie, Snow White and the Huntsman. However, leaked paparazzi photos showed that the actress was having a little too much fun while filming this movie. She was caught cheating on Robert with the director of the movie, Rupert Sanders. As if that wasn’t bad enough, Rupert was married with children at the time.
Pennt up rage
Although most celebrities know that having paparazzi following their every move is just part of their life in the limelight, they don’t always appreciate the walking shadow. Sometimes they just want to have a private lunch, a private conversation, or a private walk along the beach without the tell-tale click of the camera shutter.
It seems as though Sean Penn wasn’t too happy about the fact that he was being followed by men and their cameras on this day, especially as he was simply enjoying time with his wife at the time, Madonna. Instead of simply ignoring the men and asking them to “go away,” Penn decided to try out his karate moves. Of course, there’s now photo evidence.
Try before you buy
Ariana Grande is on the top of her game right now, but it’s fair to say that she has caused a bit of a stir in the past. Not only was it suggested that this singing sensation demands to be carried by her entourage, but things got even worse when her trip to a donut shop was caught on camera.
While browsing the shelves for something tasty, Ariana came face to face with a whole tray of donuts. Most of us would find it hard to resist such sweet temptations, but Ariana did something nobody would expect from her. She proceeded to lick the donut, and pretend as if nothing had happened! It didn’t end there, because Ariana later went off on a rant about the state of America and the health of Americans. Thank u, next.
Whoopsy daisy
Unfortunately, Britney Spears is on this list. Before her head-shaving incident, Britney found herself in trouble with the paparazzi while leaving the Ritz Carlton hotel in New York.
As she walked out of the hotel lobby with the 8-month-old Sean Preston in her arms, Britney supposedly stepped into a pothole and lost her balance. This paparazzi shot showed little Sean almost being tipped over before he was caught by her security guard. Due to her vulnerable state and the drink in her other hand, this photo was used to question Brit’s sobriety.
The mirror never lies
While Robin Thicke may no longer be married to Paula Patton, he was supposedly madly in love with her in 2013 when this photo surfaced. During an event, this fan got the chance to take a photograph with the singer – and it’s safe to say that she was pretty happy about it.
It seems as though Robin was also happy about this, but didn’t realize that the mirror never lies. Sure, this may look like a harmless fan photo to begin with, but the mirror shows a whole different story.
Proof is in the pudding
Although you can’t quite tell from this blurry paparazzi photo, this photo shows Tim Burton and a mystery woman kissing in the street after going to the movie theater together.
While this wouldn’t have been an issue if the legendary filmmaker was single at the time, he was actually married to Helena Bonham Carter when this kiss took place in 2013. Although the couple tried to brush the incident under the carpet, Tim and Helena divorced just one year later. After all, the proof is in the pudding – or the paparazzi photos.
The end of the night
Like many other former child stars, Lindsay Lohan has struggled over the years. She has partied the nights away, she has been publicly intoxicated, she has made a scene, and it’s all been caught on camera.
In 2007, LiLo was pictured in the back of a car, and she looked a little worse for wear. This sparked sympathy and concern among her fans, and there’s even talk that it was this photo that pushed Lindsay over the head. Just a few days later, she checked herself into rehab to get the help she needed.
Making an entrance
Amanda Bynes is another former child star who has struggled at various points in her life. After making a name for herself as a teen icon, she seemed to crumble under the pressures of fame. In 2013, the actress was arrested and later asked to attend a hearing in court.
When she rocked up to the building on her court date, Amanda was spotted wearing grey sweatpants, a baggy black sweater, and a messy blonde wig. Nobody quite knew what to make of it, and this was just the start of her weird and wacky actions.
Saying goodbye
Before there was Brangelina, there was Bennifer. Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston were the “it” couple of the early ‘00s, and everyone wanted a piece of them.
Because of this, they were constantly followed by paparazzi trying to get the money shot. In 2005, the couple were photographed walking along the beach in Anguilla – but fans had no idea this would become a hugely poignant photograph. It seems as though the couple put on this display to tarnish the rumors of an impending breakup, but they broke up soon after anyway.
Richie in a bikini
Over the course of her career, Nicole Richie has changed dramatically. She was often picked on by the media for being too overweight, but her later entrance into the limelight showed her dramatic weight loss.
During the mid-’00s, rumors began to circulate that Richie was suffering from an eating disorder, and this photo didn’t do those rumors any favors. This paparazzi shot was taken in 2006 and showed Richie’s waif-like figure, which shocked and upset people across the globe. Many people urged her to get help after this photo made the rounds.
A public altercation
Nigella Lawson may be largely famous in the UK, but this television chef made headlines across the world when this paparazzi shot was released. This photo was taken while Lawson was sitting in the outside area of a restaurant in London with her husband, Charles Saatchi.
However, their calm dinner soon turned sinister when the couple got into a heated argument. The argument quickly turned physical, and Charles grabbed his wife by the throat on numerous occasions. Nigella was visibly upset by the ordeal, and fans were later happy to learn that she had left him.
Romance on the yacht
When actors and actresses work alongside each other, rumors are always going to circulate about a potential romance. However, this paparazzi shot proved that the rumors were true when it came to Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.
The pair worked together on the legendary movie, Cleopatra, and their onscreen chemistry was undeniable. However, they were both married at the time, and fans dismissed any chance of romance. It seems as though these two didn’t agree, though, as they were later caught getting up close and personal on a yacht.
A volatile relationship
Amy Winehouse proved to the world that she was incredibly talented over the course of her lifetime, but it’s fair to say that her personal life was less than perfect. She was especially known for her volatile marriage to Blake Fielder-Civil.
Fans began to worry about the singing sensation in 2007 when this paparazzi shot was taken, as Amy and Blake seemed to be covered in blood and looking a little worse for wear. It was believed that this was due to a fight they had just had.
Red carpet wonders
Let’s be honest; everyone knows who Pamela Anderson is. This model and actress has been around longer than we can remember, and she’s had some pretty high profile relations in her time.
She was married to Tommy Lee from 1995 to 1998, and during that time they were involved in one of the most famous paparazzi photos of all time. When they rocked up onto the red carpet of the MTV Music Awards, they wore outfits that have since become iconic. In fact, you might have dressed up just like them for a costume party!
Getting chased
Princess Diana’s tragic passing is still talked about today, due to the sad and worrying circumstances surrounding her final moments. While in Paris with her lover, Diana made her way into a car and attempted to avoid the paparazzi that were following her every move.
However, they just wouldn’t let the Princess be. They followed her in cars and on motorcycles, and they came dangerously close to the car. Shortly after this picture was taken, the car was involved in a fatal crash that ultimately ended her life.
Shaving it all off
Britney Spears is a living legend, and we don’t think she’ll ever go out of style. Yet, it’s fair to say that this lady has had a few ups and downs in her life. In 2007, Britney found herself going through a set of motions that would be caught on camera for literally everyone to see.
She became incensed with the celebrity world, and she found herself struggling with her life in the limelight. So, she took herself off to rehab and got the help she needed. Just one day later, however, Britney made her way out of the rehab center and into a hair salon in Los Angeles. She then proceeded to grab the shaver and give herself a new ‘do. Anyone else for a buzzcut?
