RED's Top 20 Has-Been Celebrities
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20. Jennifer Aniston
As much as we love Jennifer Aniston, ever since 'Friends' ended she's struggled with movie roles, other than the odd 'Break-Up' here or there. Oh, and then there's the actual breakup, leaving Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie in the spotlight. Jen, if you want to stay famous, we suggest a move to Africa and adopting at least one child. That, or stealing Ashton Kutcher from Demi Moore or something.
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19. Jim Carrey
Why so sad, Jim Carrey? Is it because you made us laugh for years in your hit movies, but we haven't really even noticed you for like three years? And 'The Number 23'? Really? That's supposed to be your comeback? That would make us sad too, we suppose. Stick to adaptations of Dr. Seuss, and we'll all be laughing along with you.
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18. Wyclef Jean
When we don't get new music (other than in documentaries like 'Ghosts of Cite Soleil') in three years, we tend to forget about you, even if were in The Fugees once. Sure, Wyclef Jean became a roving ambassador for Haiti (his home country) this year, but we're talking about fame here, not, you know, important things.
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17. Sarah Michelle Gellar
At least when Sarah Michelle Gellar was starring in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' she was hugely famous (if just with the few million fans of the show). Now, after a few bumps like 'The Grudge,' Sarah's just another actress who we lost to the fame void that is Freddie Prinze, Jr. That man has taken so much from us!
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16. Ben Affleck
Ever since that whole Bennifer fiasco, Ben Affleck has been on the outs with, you know, famous Hollywood. It doesn't help that his last few movies have tanked (remember 'Gigli'? If you do, we're sorry), but still ... actors are always one movie away from coming back. Maybe two ... OK, maybe three, Ben.
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15. Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill, why did you tempt us with a Fugees reunion, then kill it? And now you're going solo for a tour this summer? We'll believe it when we see it ... it's just been too long. TOO LONG, we said. We're over the Hill, OK?
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14. Kristin Cavallari
OK, you did 'Laguna Beach' and all, and yes, we totally fell in love with you, considering how hot you are. But Kristin Cavallari, MTV reality has killed careers bigger than yours before. You did your best, trying to get out there and act in other places, but ... well, we're going to call time of death on your acting dreams. Even so, e-mail us, OK?
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13. Clay Aiken
First of all, the gay rumors? They would only help your career at this point, Clay Aiken. Anyone who's already buying your CDs isn't exactly going to be turned off by that idea. Second, no offense, but you irritated us during 'American Idol,' and you irritate us now. At least you're pretty much out of the spotlight, so we don't have to see your hair except at 'Idol' finales and such.
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12. Sean Combs
Diddy ... do you know how much we liked your work? Sure, you're making a bajillion dollars now as a media mogul, finding new bands, blah blah blah. But we don't care about that. All we wanted from you was new music. Then you started getting famous for being famous, and it was all ruined. Ugh.
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11. Dave Matthews
Though 20-somethings around the country might still be in mourning over your crappy career being over, we never really got the passion that Dave Matthews inspired. The man could barely sing, let alone write. 'Ants Marching'? We still have no idea what that meant. Good riddance.
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10. Fantasia Barrino
Call us snobs, but the moment you hit Broadway, Fantasia, we stopped caring. Maybe it's cause only New York audiences can even see you now, or maybe it's just because we don't care at all about theater. Call us when you drop a better album than 'Fantasia' and maybe we'll knock you off this list. Maybe.
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1840/Most Wanted, ZUMA Press
9. J.C. Chasez
With Joey Fatone everywhere on TV, Lance Bass making gossip news every other day, and Justin Timberlake ... being perfect, J.C. Chasez takes the slack for all of *NSYNC being over. J.C. also scores points for trying a solo career and failing miserably. BTW, last member of *NSYNC who we can't remember? You're so has-been we can't even be bothered to look up your name.
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8. Ruben Studdard
RUUUUUUUUUUBEN Studdard ... we just don't care anymore. All that crap about velvet bears and 205, it's just over. We were willing to wait for 'The Return,' but when it came, we were left wondering a) why it took so long and b) why we waited in the first place. And that 'Idol' finale appearance, Ruben? Yikes, if only we could have texted in our votes for anyone else.
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7. Backstreet Boys
We used to want it that way, but now when we see Backstreet Boys on our iPod, we just click "next." There's even a new album coming out, and some effort to "leak" songs to radio stations. We're bored just typing this, guys. Backstreet's back ... is what we want to see as you boy-band dance your way out of our lives.
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6. Mariah Carey
Even a rumored two albums this year along with a role in the next Adam Sandler movie can't keep Mariah Carey in the news. Seriously, the most relevant Mariah reference we've heard in the last year came out of Randy Jackson's mouth. And you NEVER want that, dawg.
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5. Dave Chapelle
After leaving production of 'The Chapelle Show' in the middle of season three, Dave Chapelle never really got back on track (and apparently that's the way he wants it). Sure, he's doing stand-up here or there, but when the most interesting thing we've heard about him lately is that he likes his neighbors in Ohio, it's a good guess that Dave's gone from the public eye.
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4. Tara Reid
Looking back, we never knew what we had with 'Taradise' until it was gone. We're a little torn on Tara Reid ... we still can't believe she was ever famous in the first place, but we also passionately love stories about how she's not let into hot clubs in LA. Do we wish she was still in the news? Sometimes, late at night ... but don't tell anyone.
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3. Kevin Federline
You could make the argument that K-Fed was never truly famous for doing anything, so he can't really be a has-been. But we'd just argue back that being famous hardly requires talent (hi, Paris Hilton!) and Kevin Federline, does make news constantly. Well, at least he did until Britney Spears texted him into has-been territory. See ya, Fed-Ex ... it was a trainwreck while it lasted.
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2. Whitney Houston
Kicking Whitney Houston while she's down seems almost cruel, until she opens her mouth and the arrogant 'tude spills out. Then we're all about pointing out that she's got a pretty healthy self-image for someone who we know more for her drug abuse, tax problems and Bobby Brown than her music.
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1. Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson is definitely the king ... of has-been celebrities. It's amazing to think this guy was once famous for his music, and not for his complete disconnect from reality. The worst part is, we can't even go back and listen to his music without thinking of who he is now. We would like to think that if young Michael could travel through time, he'd see what he'd become and beat the crap out of his older self. And that would make us smile.
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