The life of a celebrity couple is usually rough, what with all the controversies surrounding them. Oftentimes, celeb couples end up breaking. Read on for 2009's most controversial break-ups.
Showbiz news: The breakup of Rihanna and Chris Brown
Rihanna and Chris Brown's break up was very controversial. Not just because they're both celebrities, but also because the break up involved a serious case of domestic violence. Chris Brown allegedly hit Rihanna. And the latter's family is said to have convinced Rihanna to break up with Chris Brown despite Rihanna's desire to give Chris Brown a second chance.
Gossip new: The divorce of Jon and Kate Gosselin
The divorce of the reality TV show couple Jon and Kate Gosselin was also a controversial issue. Their show "Jon and Kate Plus Eight" was a top-rating one. The last years of the couple's marriage was really rough given the controversies surrounding them. Jon was accused of having a mistress, and Kate was also said to have an affair with her bodyguard. The episode of the show where they announced their separation was the most watched episode in the series.
For 2009, the break up of Rihanna and Chris Brown, and the divorce of Jon and Kate Gosselin were among the most controversial ones.
