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Ellen Degeneres' Oscars Selfie Stars Face Controversies And Career Declines

Ellen DeGeneres smiling cheerfully

Ten years ago, Ellen DeGeneres took an iconic selfie at the Oscars that quickly went viral, featuring a star-studded lineup of Hollywood A-listers. The photo, initially perceived as a spontaneous moment of fun, was later revealed to be a well-orchestrated marketing stunt by Samsung, the sponsor of the awards that year.

However, as time has passed, the sentiment towards the selfie has soured for various reasons. Some of the stars in the photo have faced controversies or personal challenges since then, affecting their public image.

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