Major Controversies Surrounding Demi Moore: A Detailed Timeline

Controversies are a part of history. Explore the biggest scandals linked to Demi Moore.

Demi Moore is a prominent American actress who rose to fame in the 1980s, eventually becoming the highest-paid actress in the world by 1995. Her notable accolades include a Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award, along with nominations for prestigious awards like an Academy Award and a Primetime Emmy Award. Recognized for her influence, she was featured in Time's 100 most influential people list in 2025, and is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2026.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

August 1991: Vanity Fair cover

In August 1991, Demi Moore appeared nude on the cover of Vanity Fair while seven months pregnant with her second child, Scout LaRue Willis. Shot by Annie Leibovitz, the cover generated significant media attention and divided opinions.

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1994: Parody lawsuit

In 1994, Leibovitz sued Paramount Pictures Corp. over a parody featuring Leslie Nielsen to promote the film Naked Gun '"`UNIQ--templatestyles-0000010E-QINU`"'33+1⁄3: The Final Insult.

1996: Parody lawsuit dismissal

In 1996, the Leibovitz v. Paramount Pictures Corp. case was dismissed because the parody relied "for its comic effect on the contrast between the original."

November 2009: Moroccan magazine parody

In November 2009, the Moroccan magazine Femmes du Maroc emulated Demi Moore's Vanity Fair cover pose with Moroccan news reporter Nadia Larguet, causing controversy.