Poorly executed interviews have occasionally derailed the careers of celebrities, with some never fully recovering from the fallout.

1. Joaquin Phoenix: In 2009, Phoenix's peculiar appearance and behavior on "The Late Show with David Letterman" were later revealed to be a satire for his mockumentary "I'm Still Here." However, the media misinterpreted his act as a breakdown, leading to decreased career opportunities and diminished script quality.

2. Belle Gibson: Australian health influencer Gibson's claim of battling cancer and using it to promote her app and books was exposed as a lie in 2015. Her confession led to a significant loss of credibility and support.

3. Alex Pettyfer: In 2011, actor Pettyfer criticized Los Angeles and its social environment in a profanity-laden interview, which damaged his rising career in Hollywood.

4. Tom Cruise: Cruise's controversial statements about antidepressants and psychiatry in 2005, especially his criticism of Brooke Shields, led to a temporary severance from Paramount Pictures and public backlash.

5. Piers Morgan: Morgan's tenure on CNN ended poorly, with criticism from Chelsea Handler and a later departure from "Good Morning Britain" after a public feud over Meghan Markle, significantly harming his reputation.

6. Liam Neeson: Neeson's 2019 interview, where he admitted to seeking revenge against a Black person after a close friend's assault, led to accusations of racism and impacted his public image, despite some support from others.

7. John Mayer: Mayer's 2010 Playboy interview, where he used racist slurs and disparaged his exes, led to a decline in his career despite apologies.

8. Chris Harrison: Harrison’s defense of a contestant's controversial past in 2021 led to his suspension and eventual dismissal from "The Bachelor" franchise.

9. Paula Deen: Deen's 2013 deposition revealed her use of racial slurs and controversial thoughts, leading to a significant drop in her career and loss of business partnerships.

10. Michael Jackson: The 2003 documentary "Living with Michael Jackson" included troubling admissions about Jackson's behavior with children. Although acquitted of charges in 2005, the documentary damaged his public image and contributed to his financial and personal troubles before his death in 2009.

Each of these cases illustrates how a single misstep in an interview can have enduring consequences on a celebrity's career and public perception.

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