4. John Travolta messed up Idina Menzel’s name
This moment launched a million memes—at the 2014 Oscars, when introducing Idina Menzel, who was set to perform “Let it Go,” and called her a fully different name: Adele Dazeem. According to Travolta, it was the cue card’s fault… Menzel was frustrated, but Travolta apparently apologized by sending flowers and many apologies.
5. Ryan Seacrest failed a high five
Scott MacIntyre was a hopeful singer on Season 8 of “American Idol,” and after the audition, when Ryan Seacrest interviewed him, Seacrest reached for a high five that wasn’t returned since MacIntyre is visually impaired. Seacrest realized his mistake and then announced he was going for a high five and grabbed MacIntyre’s hand.
6. Kanye West stole the mic from T-Swift
Taylor Swift’s first VMA win will always be overshadowed by Kanye West getting on stage and taking the mic from her with the famous words, “Yo, Taylor, I’m really happy for you. Imma let you finish, but Beyoncé had one of the best videos of all time!” The camera then panned to Beyoncé, who looked visibly uncomfortable while the audience booed.