Hollywood is full of all sorts of stars, from those who don’t cause a stir to the types who can’t seem to stay out of the headlines. In today’s climate, any publicity is deemed “good,” so many stars don’t give a rat’s behind if the tabloids talk about them in a less-than-positive light.

These 20 male celebs are the guys we love to hate. Sure, “hate” is a strong word, so perhaps we can say “strongly dislike” instead. If anything, there’s a love-hate relationship going on, and we can’t seem to break out of it.

Talent is one thing, but attitude is quite another. Bad behavior has no place in anyone’s life, and for celebs, when they act out, the public goes completely nuts too. They are under the microscope, so even the smallest mess-ups are magnified.

In any event, the degree of “hatred” is not the same for these 20 guys, but the sentiment is similar. We love to hate them, and that’s what makes these fellas hard to resist.

20 Justin Bieber – Bad Boy Or Just Being Himself?

“The Biebs” has been in the public eye since puberty. Just like any young man, he went through all the usual phases, but in his case, he did so with the world watching. He messed up, screwed up, and pissed people off in the process. He says he’s a changed man, but we still see the bad boy trying to bust out of the seams.

19 Pete Davidson – Goofy But Gets The Girls

Pete Davidson makes a living making people laugh, but there are plenty of folks who can’t stand the guy. He is scruffy and sarcastic, which make some people like him for being himself, but others find his arrogant attitude off-putting. Somehow, he strangely lands all the hottest A-list ladies, making everyone wonder if he’s got a trick up his sleeve.

18 Mike Sorrentino – “The Situation” Is All We Have To Say

MTV fans know Mike Sorrentino all too well. Known best as “The Situation,” the hard-partying, well-tanned guy is now married, but before tying the knot, he was busy being a bad boy “down the shore.” He was all about the hookups, fighting with his friends, and getting into trouble. He’s currently locked up for breaking the law, but when he’s out, let’s hope he’s a changed man.

17 Scott Disick – Partier/Papa

Scott Disick is a dad of three, and these days, he seems to have mellowed out compared to how he used to be. But inside the proud pop is a party animal still trying to escape from his cage. He’s dating a much younger woman while he still seems to be smitten with his “baby mama,” making us wonder if he’s going through a phase or he’s finally ready to settle down.

16 Sacha Baron Cohen – Awkward And Uncomfortable

Actor Sacha Baron Cohen makes a living off making his audience feel unsettled. His crazy characters are offensive and odd, still, folks hit the theaters in droves to find out what he’ll do next. It is hard to separate the man from the image, making his antics even more uncomfortable.

15 Jussie Smollett – We’re Still Not Sure What To Think

Jussie Smollett was on his way up, only to fall from grace in a scandal that still has people scratching their heads. The story he told about being the victim was doubted by many, while others believed every word he said. Will we ever know what happened that fateful night? Perhaps one day he’ll write a tell-all.

14 Kanye West – Self-Proclaimed (Self-Righteous) Genius

At times, it seems like Kanye West wants us to hate him. He goes off the rails to the point where it’s almost comical, yet strangely serious at the same time. Fans love his music, and some think he’s super smart, while other think he’s lost his marbles. He’s never a bore, that’s for sure.

13 Brad Pitt – We’ll Never Get Over The Jen-Angelina Thing

Brad Pitt is an all-time A-lister. He’s handsome, talented, and interesting. When he was with Jennifer Aniston, they seemed like the couple who had it all. That was until Brad wanted more, in the form of Angeline Jolie. People were divided between “Team Jen” and “Team Ange” and Brad got blasted in the tabloids. Now he’s with neither lady, proving that karma finds a way to work things out.

12 Chris Brown – Bad Behavior, Good Music

Chris Brown is a bad boy in the worst way. He has proven to have a violent temper and can’t seem to control himself in high-stress situations. Still, millions of people listen to his music, and we see that fame and fortune play a huge role in Chris’ ability to maintain his career. Some people gave up on the musician after the various scandals played out, but others keep giving this dude another chance.

11 Leonardo DiCaprio – So Many Models, So Little Time

We’ve seen Leo DiCaprio on the screen since he was young, and he has worked his way up the system to become one of the biggest names in the biz. While he hasn’t done anything worrisome to put a stain on his career, his fondness for (much younger) models is mind-blowing. If there’s a Victoria’s Secret model out there that the dude hasn’t dated, we’d love to meet her.

10 Charlie Sheen - #winning?

Charlie Sheen is relatively quiet these days, but for a while, the guy was a train wreck. He was going wild with woman after woman, sharing strange things on social media, and so on. His career isn’t what it used to be, and his behavior was beyond “normal.” Perhaps he has toned things down and can get back to the cool dude he once was.

9 John Mayer – Kiss And Tell

Singer/songwriter John Mayer makes beautiful music, but his “kiss and tell” behavior hit a sour note with fans. He has dated a bunch of famous women over the years, but his immature blabbering got him into trouble. For a man as famous as he is, one would think bragging would be unnecessary.

8 Ben Affleck – Movie Star Or Hot Mess?

Actor Ben Affleck is one of those guys who we keep rooting for, but time after time, he lands himself in hot water. He was the underdog we watched make it to the A-list, but as he spiraled out of control, his fans started to question their admiration. He’s a great actor, but lots of people feel bad for his ex. She seems to be more like a mother figure than anything else.

7 Tom Cruise – A-Lister With Arrogance

Tom Cruise is the type of guy who always seems to be in character. He doesn’t come across as genuine, as much as fans may admire his work. While he still gets some of the best roles in Hollywood, people question his personal life and choices. That said, his films rake in tons of money, so the man’s obviously doing something right.

6 Andy Cohen – Pot Stirrer Or Reality Royalty?

Andy Cohen sits back in his chair and watches as the housewives and other reality stars on Bravo air their dirty laundry and nearly ruin their lives. He thinks it’s entertainment, but success has made his ego greatly enlarged. Still, there’s something about Andy that makes him super likable. Perhaps it’s his boyish smile or the fact that we, too, love a little drama…as long as it’s not at our expense.

5 James Kennedy – Vanderpump’s Dirtiest DJ

Vanderpump Rules star James Kennedy is constantly causing trouble and getting into arguments with the others on the show. He can’t seem to keep his mouth shut, and he verbally ridicules people to the point of tears. He has his own issues too, so we can’t be too hard on the guy. One minute we want to see Lisa fire him, and the next, we wish him all the luck in the world.

4 Tristan Thompson – A Player In Every Sense

Khloe Kardashian thought she had found “the one” in ball player Tristan Thompson. He’s tall, dark, handsome, and super talented in sports. He’s now the father of her daughter, making things quite complicated amid his alleged cheating scandal. Can this gal ever catch a break? We want things to work out, at least for baby True’s sake, so let’s hope Tristan can prove to be the mature man Khloe deserves.

3 Joaquin Phoenix – Weirdly Wonderful

Actor Joaquin Phoenix is one of those odd men who we’ll probably never have a full grasp on. Is he in character or being himself? His behavior off-set is usually strange, so we just don’t know which version of the guy we’re going to get. He’s an impressive actor, but his real-life personality is arguably peculiar.

2 Perez Hilton – Gossip Or Go-To Guy?

Those who can’t get enough celeb gossip swear by the posts of the popular Perez Hilton. He seems to always have the scoop on the celebs we love, and he gets the best candid pics of them as they’re seen about town. The stars may not appreciate his career in gossip, but fans love Perez’s ability to spread the juiciest of rumors and “spill the tea.”

1 Alec Baldwin – Anger Issues

Alec Baldwin has been famous for decades, proving that he’ll be around for a long time making movies and doing some spot-on impressions. He’s a proud pop, a loving husband, and seems to adore his fans. However, when it comes to his temper, this fella is on fire. If the paparazzi messes with him, he’s ready for an all-out rumble.