Mel Gibson Apologizes For “Thoughtless Idiocy” in Using Mock Sign Language at Fan Expo Canada

Online backlash followed the ‘Braveheart’ star making hand gestures behind the back of an ASL interpreter as he walked on stage in Toronto for a career Q&A session.

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  1. Actors Known for Repeated High-Profile Scandals: Mel Gibson has faced multiple controversies throughout his career, including accusations of antisemitism, homophobia, and racist remarks, as well as a 2006 DUI arrest where he made antisemitic comments. Charlie Sheen is known for his public outbursts, legal issues, and struggles with substance abuse. Shia LaBeouf has also had several public incidents, including arrests and bizarre performance art.
  2. Most Viral Celebrity Public Apologies: Hugh Grant's 1995 apology on 'The Tonight Show with Jay Leno' for soliciting a sex worker became a defining moment for celebrity damage control. Tiger Woods issued a widely televised apology in 2010 for his infidelity. Kanye West made multiple apologies to Taylor Swift following his interruption of her acceptance speech at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards.
  3. Most Memorable Celebrity Public Outbursts: Christian Bale's expletive-laden rant on the set of 'Terminator Salvation' in 2008 became widely publicized after an audio recording was leaked. Russell Crowe was arrested in 2005 for throwing a telephone at a hotel employee in New York. Naomi Campbell has a history of anger-related incidents, including throwing a mobile phone at her maid in 2006, leading to community service and anger management.

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