Summary
- Emma Roberts has faced controversies throughout her career, from accusations of transphobia to domestic violence arrests.
- She has spoken about the difficulties of growing up under relentless public scrutiny.
- Roberts has been involved in on-set feuds and clashes with co-stars.
Emma Roberts consistently captured the spotlight for her professional triumphs and personal challenges. She is well-known for her high-profile dating history and her roots in an acting lineage, with her father Eric Roberts, and her aunt Julia Roberts.
However, the actress often finds herself embroiled in controversies, from domestic violence arrests to accusations of transphobia. Roberts reflected in her interview with Cosmopolitan on the difficulties of growing up under the relentless scrutiny of the public, which made her lament the lack of privacy in the age of social media, where public opinion can overshadow the truth known to her and her loved ones.
8 Emma Roberts Was Accused Of Transphobia And Bullying By Her Former Co-Star, Angelica Ross
In September 2023, Angelica Ross wrote a series of posts on Twitter to address her experiences on the set of American Horror Story: 1984. Ross shared their intention to expose transphobic remarks made by her co-star Emma Roberts and raise concerns about racism being dismissed as free speech on set.
Ross also went live on Instagram to recount an incident during filming where Roberts allegedly made a transphobic comment, implying that there was only one woman on set at that moment. Ross expressed their frustration and reluctance to speak out, fearing repercussions.
Ross recounted another instance where Roberts mimicked their voice and accent, making them self-conscious about their speech. Hours later, Ross posted that Roberts called them to apologize for her on-set behavior. Ross expressed gratitude for the call and hoped that Roberts would actively support social justice causes.
7 Emma Roberts Was Arrested For Domestic Violence Against Her Ex-Boyfriend, Evan Peters
In July 2013, TMZ reported that Emma Roberts was arrested for domestic violence. It is said that she was taken into custody at her Montreal hotel after authorities received a call about a dispute happening in the room she shared with her then-boyfriend, Evan Peters.
According to TMZ, Peters had a bloody nose and a bite mark. Roberts was released several hours later because Peters chose not to press charges. Sources close to Roberts informed TMZ that both Roberts and Peters were involved in physical altercations, resulting in his visible injuries. After their alleged toxic relationship, they broke up in 2019.
6 Emma Roberts Was Involved In The Split Of Rachel Bilson And Hayden Christensen
In 2017, Emma Roberts became a focal point in the separation of Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen. According to The Blast, Bilson came across text messages between Christensen and Roberts, which she deemed unacceptable. This discovery was a significant factor that led to her decision to end her nearly decade-long relationship with the actor.
According to insiders who spoke with Us Weekly, Bilson suspected an inappropriate relationship between Christensen and Roberts that possibly started on the set of Little Italy.
5 Emma Roberts Was Allegedly Involved In Feud With Gabourey Sidibe
Gabourey Sidibe at the annual Beat The Odds Awards in Beverly Hills
According to Star Magazine, Emma Roberts and Gabourey Sidibe were allegedly feuding while filming American Horror Story: Coven in 2013. The source cited Roberts' on-set behavior as the cause, mentioning her complaints and distant attitude towards crew members. Sidibe eventually confronted Roberts, urging her to improve her conduct.
Shortly after these reports, Sidibe attempted to debunk the feud rumors on Twitter by sharing a photo of her celebrating Halloween with Roberts. Roberts supported this response by sharing Sidibe's tweet. In 2017, Sidibe refuted all the rumors again in her memoir and spoke positively about Roberts.
4 Emma Roberts And Lea Michele Allegedly Clashed On Set Of Scream Queens
According to Empty Lighthouse, Lea Michele and Emma Roberts fought on the set of Fox's Scream Queens. It was reported that their disagreements have reached a point where their co-stars have grown weary of their constant bickering and can no longer tolerate it.
According to Life & Style Magazine, there have been instances of snarky comments and moments reminiscent of mean girl behavior between the two actresses. An insider even goes so far as to claim that the only commonality between the two actresses is their shared diva status.
However, sources vehemently denied the accuracy of these claims and asserted that the report is entirely false, as per Gossip Cop. The sources stated that Roberts and Michele even watched the season premiere of Scream Queen together.
3 Emma Roberts Caused Tension On The Set Of Scream Queens After Becoming Upset With Ariana Grande
There were reports of tension between Emma Roberts and her co-star Ariana Grande on the set of Scream Queens. According to Hollywood Life, the two have clashed even before filming together began.
The alleged feud appears to have sparked when Roberts heard a rumor about Grande attempting to implement a ban on cell phones while on set.
"Emma heard that Ariana doesn't want anyone to have cell phones on set and the rumor really upset her. She ended up losing it during a rehearsal, while heatedly telling a producer how upset she was. Her fiancé, Evan Peters, was there and had to try and calm her down, but she ended up storming off the set," the source continued.
However, the truth behind this feud remains unclear since Grande was busy touring when the rumors circulated, raising questions about her availability to be on the Scream Queens set.
2 Emma Roberts Faced Backlash Over Her Instagram Post
Emma Roberts faced accusations of compromising her values. The actress drew criticism for her association with industries perceived as exploitative when she took to Instagram in March 2023 to promote her brand collaboration.
In the video, Roberts provided a glimpse into her morning routine, she captioned, "Fun fact!! I've been a lifelong milk drinker because of its essential nutrients that many milk alternatives don't have, and not to mention it tastes delicious esp in my latte! #ad @gonnaneedmilk #gonnaneedmilk." However, her post triggered a swift and passionate response from her followers, prompting her to disable comments.
Critics expressed concerns about the environmental impact, the treatment of mother cows, and the ethical implications of supporting industries they perceived as exploitative. One commenter remarked, "No mention of the environmental impact or consideration for mother cows who have their babies torn away from them. Choose compassion. Stop supporting industries built on exploitation and suffering."
1 Emma Roberts Was Criticized For Her Rude Behavior In Public
Emma Roberts made headlines when photographers captured a near encounter between her and a security detail belonging to former US President Bill Clinton. The incident occurred in front of a bookstore in New York, where Roberts was seen attempting to pass by a member of Clinton's security team.
The viral video ignited a widespread online discussion regarding whether Roberts displayed rudeness towards the Secret Service agent who blocked her path as she exited the store. It remained unclear whether Roberts had told the man to "get out of the way" or if she had been speaking to herself. Despite her lighthearted response, social media commentators were quick to label her as impolite in response to the video clip.
