7 absurd celebrity demands: From saving Air Jordans to refusing to wear Yankees hat
7 outlandish demands made by celebrities behind-the-scenes
Celebrities often make headlines not just for their talent, but also for their outlandish demands behind-the-scenes. From peculiar wardrobe requests to extravagant luxuries, here are some of the most absurd demands made by stars for their work.
1. DJ Khaled gets carried by staff to keep his Air Jordans clean
At the 2024 South Beach Wine and Food Festival, DJ Khaled had security guards carry him to keep his Nike Jordans pristine. Refusing to dirty his beloved sneakers, Khaled was transported from one vehicle to the stage, ensuring his footwear remained spotless. "I don't want to get my Jordans dirty. Can I get everybody to help me?" asked Khaled, 48, from a car as two security guards approached to assist him. "Thank you, brothers. I appreciate it."
2. Mariah Carey wanted 12 Labrador puppies in her room
Mariah Carey, known for her diva persona, once demanded 12 white Labrador puppies in her dressing room. Obsessed with her canine companions, Carey's extravagant request showcased her love for her furry friends, highlighting her larger-than-life personality.
3. Jennifer Lawrence wanted Kardashian-themed tent on ‘Mother!’ set
Amid intense filming for 'Mother!' Jennifer Lawrence sought solace in a Kardashian-themed tent. Preferring the comforting presence of the reality TV family over the drama of 'Real Housewives', Lawrence found respite in her makeshift Kardashian sanctuary. "The Kardashians are more comforting to me, I think," shared Lawrence. "I've been watching them for 11 years, so I grew up with them, and I know all of them personally,"she continued.
4. Jennifer Lopez wants all-white dressing room
Known for her diva reputation, Jennifer Lopez demands that everything in her dressing room be white, from flowers to furniture. Her penchant for the color extends to Egyptian cotton pillows, making her backstage accommodations an all-white affair.
5. Tom Cruise needs custom-made thongs
Renowned for his dedication to stunts, Tom Cruise reportedly requires custom-made thongs while filming action sequences. Insisting on a fresh thong for each stunt, Cruise sees it as a commitment to his craft, according to insiders.
6. Ben Affleck stopped ‘Gone Girl’ filming over Yankees hat
During the production of 'Gone Girl,' Ben Affleck halted filming when asked to wear a Yankees hat. A die-hard Red Sox fan, Affleck refused to compromise his team allegiance, demonstrating his unwavering loyalty. “I said, ‘David, I love you, I would do anything for you,’ ” he added. “‘But I will not wear a Yankees hat. I just can’t."
7. Lea Michele refused to scream while filming ‘Scream Queens’
On the set of 'Scream Queens,' Lea Michele refused to scream, fearing strain on her singing voice. Insisting on minimal screaming scenes, Michele prioritized preserving her vocal cords over typical horror show demands. She told Women's Health, “I refuse to scream on the show." She added, “Ryan (Murphy) got me in a booth one day, and I told him ‘I’m screaming like twice and then you’re going to have to use it the whole season'."
