Remember When These Celebs Were Victims of Revenge Porn

Donald Trump has officially signed a bipartisan bill into law that criminalizes the distribution of nonconsensual sexually explicit images, commonly known as revenge porn. The legislation mandates that technology platforms remove reported content within 48 hours of receiving a valid request, encompassing both real and deepfake images.

Melania Trump, a vocal advocate for the bill, stood alongside the President during the signing ceremony, calling the new law a “national victory.” The legislation aims to provide legal recourse for victims and holds platforms accountable for the rapid removal of such content.

As the nation takes this significant step, it’s essential to reflect on high-profile cases that brought the issue of revenge porn to the forefront, particularly those involving celebrities who have been disproportionately affected.

1. Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian

In 2017, Rob Kardashian posted explicit images of his ex-fiancée, Blac Chyna, on social media without her consent, leading to widespread public scrutiny and legal action. Chyna obtained a temporary restraining order against Kardashian and filed a lawsuit citing emotional distress and violation of California’s revenge porn laws. The case was settled out of court in 2022, just as it was set to go to trial.

2. Teairra Mari and 50 Cent

Singer and reality TV star Teairra Mari filed a lawsuit against rapper 50 Cent and her ex-boyfriend Akbar Abdul-Ahad in 2018, accusing them of leaking and reposting explicit images and videos of her online. While the case against Abdul-Ahad was dismissed, Mari was ordered to pay 50 Cent’s legal fees after the court found insufficient evidence against him.

3. Lastonia Leviston and 50 Cent

In a separate incident, Lastonia Leviston, the mother of rapper Rick Ross’s child, sued 50 Cent in 2015 for posting a sex tape of her online without consent. The court awarded Leviston $5 million in damages, highlighting the severe emotional distress caused by the unauthorized distribution of intimate content.

4. Gabrielle Union and the 2014 Celebrity Photo Hack

Actress Gabrielle Union was among several celebrities targeted in the 2014 iCloud hack, which led to the leak of private, explicit photos. Union and her husband, Dwyane Wade, publicly condemned the act, labeling it a “hate crime” and emphasizing the violation of privacy and consent involved.

5. Cardi B and Offset

In 2025, rapper Cardi B accused her estranged husband, Offset, of sending explicit videos of the two to her new partner without consent, as part of a series of harassment and threats following their separation. While legal proceedings are ongoing, the allegations have reignited discussions about the misuse of intimate content in personal disputes.

6. Mimi Faust and Nikko London

In 2014, “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” star Mimi Faust and her then-boyfriend Nikko London were involved in a sex tape scandal. Initially claiming the tape was stolen, Faust later admitted to consenting to its release through Vivid Entertainment. The incident sparked debates about consent and the commercialization of private content.

7. Meagan Good and the 2014 iCloud Hack

Actress Meagan Good was also a victim of the 2014 iCloud hack, with private photos leaked online. Good publicly addressed the violation, emphasizing the importance of privacy and the emotional toll such breaches can have on individuals.

8. Jill Scott’s Alleged Video Leak

In 2018, a private video allegedly featuring singer Jill Scott surfaced online, leading to widespread attention and discussions about consent and privacy. While Scott did not publicly confirm the video’s authenticity, the incident highlighted the vulnerability of public figures to such violations.