10 Beloved Celebrities From the Past With a Dark Side (2 of 6)

John Lennon

While John Lennon was greatly mourned after he was murdered by a crazy fan, it doesn’t take away from the fact that he was an all-around terrible human who led a tumultuous personal life marked by controversy. He struggled with substance abuse, infidelity, and erratic behavior. His abusive relationships, particularly with his first wife Cynthia, and second wife Yoko Ono, were often scrutinized by the media. Despite his musical genius and advocacy for peace, Lennon’s personal demons and controversies overshadowed aspects of his life and career.

Clark Gable

Clark Gable, known as the “King of Hollywood,” had a darker side obscured by his charming on-screen persona. He was notorious for his womanizing ways, engaging in numerous extramarital affairs despite being married five times. Gable’s volatile temper and heavy drinking were also well-documented and nearly caused MGM Studios to give him the boot by exercising the moral clause in his contract. Gable was undoubtedly a talented actor, but all that baggage is impossible to deny.