Big events are nerve-wracking enough for regular folks. Now imagine standing in front of thousands of people and flashing cameras — the pressure skyrockets. Even celebrities, who seem to have it all together, face unexpected slip-ups in the public eye.

Yet what sets them apart is how they handle it—with humor, grace, and a smile. Let’s take a look at eight unforgettable celebrity mishaps the entire world witnessed.

Emma Stone: A Quick-Witted Save at the Oscar

At the 2024 Academy Awards, Emma Stone had a dream moment—accepting a coveted Oscar. But just as she reached the stage, she realized the lock on the back of her dress had popped open.
Rather than panic, Emma handled it like a pro. She supported the top of her dress with one hand, laughed it off, and even turned the wardrobe malfunction into a playful joke, charming the audience even more.

Jennifer Lawrence: A Fall to Remember

When Jennifer Lawrence won her first Oscar for Best Actress in 2013, she made headlines for more than just her incredible performance.
As she ascended the stairs to accept her award, she tripped and fell in front of a global audience.

Although she received a standing ovation, Jennifer later confessed she thought it was out of pity. She reflected on the moment saying, “I was nervous and superstitious. I didn’t even want to believe I might win.”
She added, “I was in complete shock. Falling erased everything from my mind. I can look back fondly now, but for a long time, it was a sensitive memory.”

Video: Jennifer Lawrence: A Fall to Remember

Cameron Diaz: Barefoot and Unbothered

Wardrobe malfunctions on the red carpet? Unfortunately, they happen more often than you’d think.
At the 2003 premiere of Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle, Cameron Diaz, Lucy Liu, and Drew Barrymore coordinated in elegant white gowns.

Moments before stepping onto the carpet, Cameron’s shoes broke. Without missing a beat, she kicked them off and walked the red carpet barefoot, towering confidently over her co-stars. She turned a potential disaster into a fashion statement — and fans loved her even more for it.

Katy Perry: Slippery When Sweet

Katy Perry is no stranger to unforgettable performances, but her appearance at the 2008 MTV Latin America Awards took a hilarious turn.
After a dramatic leap into a giant dessert on stage, Katy slipped on the icing and took a hard fall.

Trying to recover gracefully, she attempted to exit the stage — but kept slipping and falling again.
While it wasn’t her smoothest moment, Katy’s playful resilience made the audience love her even more.

Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift: A Grammy Blunder They Have in Common

Olivia Rodrigo had a triumphant night at the 2022 Grammy Awards, winning three trophies. But during a winners’ photoshoot, she accidentally dropped one of her awards — and it broke clean in half.

Fans quickly drew comparisons to Taylor Swift’s own Grammy moment in 2010. Back then, Taylor, struggling to juggle her four trophies, dropped one and cracked it.

Olivia, a longtime admirer of Taylor Swift, now shares more than just musical greatness with her idol—a funny awards-night mishap.

Madonna and Drake: An Unforgettable (and Awkward) Coachella Kiss

At Coachella 2015, Madonna shocked the crowd by planting a passionate kiss on Drake, who was sitting onstage.
The surprise kiss caught Drake off guard. His reaction—leaning forward and making a face that many interpreted as disgust—set the internet ablaze.

While Drake later explained the moment was “misinterpreted,” the viral photo captured an awkward split-second that neither star could erase from pop culture memory.

Video: Coachella 2015 Rewind: Drake, Madonna’s Kiss & the Most Viral Moments

Steve Harvey: The Most Painful Mix-Up in Pageant History

Imagine thinking you’ve won Miss Universe… only to have the crown taken away minutes later.
That’s exactly what happened at Miss Universe 2015 when host Steve Harvey mistakenly announced Miss Colombia as the winner instead of Miss Philippines.

After realizing his error, Steve had to return to the stage and correct it live on television.
It was a gut-wrenching moment for everyone involved—and it instantly became one of the most talked-about mistakes in TV history.
Steve later apologized both on air and through social media, calling it “an honest human mistake” he deeply regretted.

Liza Koshy: A Heel Too High for the Oscars

Internet sensation Liza Koshy made a glamorous entrance at the Oscars in a stunning gown.
But as she walked in front of the photographers, she tripped and fell — thanks to her towering high heels.

Rather than sulk, Liza burst into laughter, showing the world that even an embarrassing stumble can be met with grace and good humor.

Conclusion: Even the Stars Have Their Awkward Moments

Celebrities are often put on a pedestal, but these moments remind us that they’re just like us — human, imperfect, and occasionally clumsy.
What’s truly inspiring is how they handle the unexpected: with laughter, humility, and resilience.

Next time you trip, slip, or make a public mistake, remember: even Hollywood’s biggest stars have been there—and they survived (and thrived) with a smile