Breakups can bring out the best in some people and the absolute worst in others. While some exes part ways amicably, others take things to a level of drama that seems straight out of a soap opera. From bizarre lies to unbelievable betrayals, these stories prove that some former partners just can’t help but create chaos.

1. The Awkward Taxi Ride from Hell

A friend of mine called a taxi, and guess who was behind the wheel? Her ex. It was the most painfully awkward ride ever. He tried to make small talk, asking, “How have you been?” She simply responded, “Can you turn up the radio, please?” That was the longest 15-minute drive of our lives.

2. Accused of Cheating… by My Body Wash

My ex-girlfriend was convinced I had cheated because I smelled too much like a woman. She went on a rant, accusing me of being unfaithful. The real reason? I had recently switched to a cucumber melon body wash. I just let her break up with me—how could I even explain that?

3. The Pettiest Revenge Served with a Side of Lasagna

I came home from a work trip and found a pair of women’s panties in my bed. They weren’t mine. Instead of immediately confronting my husband, I decided to play the long game. I washed them and wore them like they’d been mine all along. When he came home, I sweetly said, “Look, honey! I finally found those panties I lost years ago!”

Later, I cooked his favorite dish—lasagna. As I served it, I made direct eye contact and said, “Promise me you’ll finish every bite.” He looked at me, suspicious and hesitant. He didn’t eat it, claiming he suddenly had a stomachache. That’s when I knew. He confessed a few weeks later. Let’s just say he enjoyed his lasagna alone—because I sent him packing.

4. The Valentine’s Day Meltdown That Ended It All

I was pregnant, and my boyfriend refused to get a job, help around the house, or support me. On Valentine’s Day, I left for 30 minutes to grab something from my parents’ house, and when I got back, he had a full-blown meltdown. He accused me of always being with my family instead of him.

That was the moment I realized he wasn’t worth my time. That same night, he went crying to his mom, and I packed up my things and left for good. Fast forward three years—he’s seen his daughter twice and hasn’t paid a dime in child support.

5. The Credit Card Revenge Plan

We had a shared credit card. After our breakup, my ex ran up the balance and never paid a cent. She thought she was sticking me with the bill—until I found a loophole.

I contacted the credit card company and explained our divorce. The kind lady on the phone told me if I sent in proof of our divorce decree, I’d only be responsible for charges up until that date. I did exactly that, and my portion of the bill came out to just under $100.

Meanwhile, my ex was left with a $10,000 debt. Pretty sure she never paid it.

6. Pretending to Be Blind… to Avoid a Breakup

The day I went to break up with my ex, he suddenly went blind. Yep, completely and mysteriously blind. I rushed him to the hospital, where they ran tests and found… nothing.

I later remembered I had once said, “If you ever went blind, I’d never leave you.” He must’ve taken that as a challenge.

For months, he “stumbled” around, dramatically feeling his way through life. The funny thing? He still managed to play video games and bike to the store while blind. A few years later, he miraculously recovered.

7. The Ex Who Stole Everything—Including the Curtains

After six years together, I caught my ex cheating. She left in a rage, and weeks later, she asked to return to pack up her things. I agreed and gave her the space to do so.

When I returned, she had taken everything. I mean everything—furniture, food, even the curtains. The only things she left behind? A pile of my clothes in the middle of the empty living room.

8. The Stalker Who Just Wouldn’t Quit

After our breakup, my ex started showing up outside my apartment. At first, I thought I was imagining it. But then, I caught her following me.

I called her directly and said, “I consider you a threat to my safety. If you continue stalking me, I will take legal action.” She denied everything, of course, but thankfully, she backed off after that.

9. My Ex Gave Away My Dogs

This one still haunts me. My ex and I had two dogs. When we broke up, I left for a few days to give us space. When I came back, he told me one dog had run away and the other was given away on Craigslist.

I searched for years but never found them. To this day, I still check the humane society, hoping to see their faces.

10. The Fake Pregnancy Scam

My ex said she was pregnant. She even sent me a picture of a positive test. Something about it felt… off. So, I did a quick Google search and—what do you know? The exact same test image popped up in the first results.

When I confronted her, she doubled down, claiming it was a “similar test” and not the same one. I didn’t stick around to hear more.

11. The Cold-Hearted Goodbye

When my dad passed away, I needed emotional support. My ex came over, and I cried for about 45 minutes. I was completely broken.

When I finally stopped sobbing, she looked at me and said, “Wow… you cried for 45 minutes.” No comfort, no sympathy—just an observation.

That was the moment I knew she was the wrong person for me. She became more distant after that, as if my grief was an inconvenience. Today, I’m in a happy, healthy relationship with someone who actually cares.

12. A Hidden Relationship and a Stolen Loan

We shared a house together, split expenses, and planned our future—or so I thought.

Four days after I left, my ex went on a date with a coworker. A week later, she was in a new relationship. I later found out they had been together the entire time we owned the house.

Oh, and she also stole half of my student loan money before we split.

13. The Ultimate Petty Prankster

A guy I used to date was a total prankster. After we broke up, I thought the jokes would end. Nope.

One day, I woke up to find my car wrapped in plastic wrap with the words “MISS ME?” written on the windshield.

Instead of freaking out, I left it there for two days and let the rain do the work. He never got the reaction he wanted, and eventually, he stopped.

Final Thoughts

Breakups can bring out people’s true colors, and as these stories show, some exes can’t resist causing a little (or a lot) of drama. Whether through bizarre lies, petty revenge, or straight-up stalking, these former lovers prove that sometimes, the best thing you can do is move on and never look back.