21 Lesbian Actresses in Feuds Over Shared Ex-Lovers

Hollywood is a small town where social circles often overlap and lead to complicated romantic entanglements among the elite. Many actresses have found themselves in awkward or hostile situations after dating the same people as their peers or rivals. These overlapping relationships sometimes ignite public disputes that play out in the tabloids and on social media platforms. The tension often stems from perceived betrayals or the violation of unwritten codes within their friend groups. Here are the stories of actresses who navigated the stormy waters of shared romantic histories.

Bella Thorne

Bella Thorne became embroiled in a heated public conflict with Tana Mongeau after their open relationship came to an end. The former Disney Channel star accused Mongeau of breaking the girl code by dating her other ex Mod Sun. Thorne expressed her frustration on Twitter and released music that fans interpreted as a direct attack on Mongeau. The situation highlighted the complexities of navigating breakups when mutual ex-partners remain in the same social orbit.

Ruby Rose

Ruby Rose faced public criticism from her ex-girlfriend Jessica Origliasso following their second breakup. The drama intensified when the ‘Batwoman’ actress commented on a photo of Origliasso with a new partner. Origliasso publicly accused Rose of continued harassment and asked her to stop making contact. This messy fallout shocked fans who had supported the couple during their time together.

Lindsay Lohan

Lindsay Lohan experienced a tumultuous relationship with DJ Samantha Ronson that involved numerous public altercations. The actress frequently clashed with Ronson and her family amid rumors of interference and disapproval. Paparazzi often captured the pair in screaming matches outside clubs and private residences during their on-and-off romance. The high-profile nature of their disputes made their shared history a constant topic of tabloid speculation.

Marlene Dietrich

Marlene Dietrich maintained a lifelong cold war with fellow screen legend Greta Garbo. Hollywood historians have long suggested that their silent feud stemmed from a shared romantic connection with screenwriter Mercedes de Acosta. Dietrich often pretended to be unaware of Garbo’s existence during interviews and social gatherings. This rivalry over a mutual lover became one of the most enduring myths of the Golden Age of cinema.

Greta Garbo

Greta Garbo was the other half of the famous rivalry involving Marlene Dietrich and Mercedes de Acosta. The reclusive star reportedly felt betrayed when de Acosta shared intimate details of their relationship with Dietrich. Garbo responded by freezing both women out of her life and refusing to acknowledge Dietrich publicly. Her stoic silence only fueled the rumors about the romantic triangle that divided two of the greatest actresses of the era.

Sandra Bernhard

Sandra Bernhard suffered a significant fracture in her friendship with Madonna in the early 1990s. The conflict reportedly began when Bernhard introduced her friend Ingrid Casares to the pop icon at a nightclub. Madonna and Casares instantly connected and began a relationship that left Bernhard feeling sidelined and betrayed. The incident effectively ended the close public alliance between the comedian and the singer for many years.

Madonna

Madonna found herself at the center of a feud with Sandra Bernhard after pursuing a relationship with Ingrid Casares. The ‘Evita’ star was accused of stealing Casares away from Bernhard shortly after they were introduced. This romantic overlap caused a media sensation and severed one of the most prominent friendships in the entertainment industry. The tension remained palpable long after the relationships involved had shifted.

Kristen Stewart

Kristen Stewart navigated a complex web of relationships that connected her to several other famous women. Her relationship with singer St. Vincent drew attention because the musician had previously dated Cara Delevingne. The situation caused friction with French singer and actress Soko who had dated Stewart immediately prior. This rapid succession of partners created a brief period of apparent tension among the interconnected stars.

Soko

Soko expressed her hurt publicly after her relationship with Kristen Stewart ended abruptly. The French actress and singer posted cryptic messages on social media that alluded to betrayal and dishonesty. Her comments appeared just as Stewart began stepping out with St. Vincent. The timing suggested that Soko felt replaced and aggrieved by how quickly her ex moved on with another celebrity.

Michelle Rodriguez

Michelle Rodriguez has been linked to several high-profile women in relationships that often ended with media scrutiny. Her whirlwind romance with model Cara Delevingne garnered massive attention before they went their separate ways. Rodriguez later faced awkward questions about Delevingne’s subsequent relationships with other actresses. The ‘Fast & Furious’ star has generally tried to keep her personal feuds private despite the public interest.

Evan Rachel Wood

Evan Rachel Wood had a brief but intense romantic connection with actress Katherine Moennig. Their relationship ended amidst rumors that texts from a third party caused a rift. The split was reportedly messy and left unresolved tension between the two stars. Wood later moved on to other relationships while the details of her fallout with Moennig remained a subject of fan speculation.

Anne Heche

Anne Heche became the subject of intense scrutiny when she left her relationship with Steve Martin to date Ellen DeGeneres. The media circus surrounding the new couple created immense pressure and hostility from various sides. Heche later detailed the professional and personal toll the relationship and its eventual dramatic breakup took on her. The fallout involved a confusing period of mental health struggles that played out in the public eye.

Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen DeGeneres faced a complicated public perception after her relationship with Anne Heche began under scandalous circumstances. The talk show host and actress had to navigate the backlash from Heche’s previous partners and the industry at large. Their eventual breakup was equally chaotic and involved a strange incident at a stranger’s home. The emotional aftermath created a long period of silence and distance between the two women.

Jean Acker

Jean Acker was a silent film actress who entered a lavender marriage with Rudolph Valentino while in love with actress Alla Nazimova. Acker locked Valentino out of their hotel room on their wedding night to be with Nazimova. This romantic triangle caused a massive scandal and legal headache for everyone involved. The friction between Acker and the studio system over her sexuality and marriage defined much of her career.

Alla Nazimova

Alla Nazimova was a powerful figure in Old Hollywood who found herself in a feud with the studio system and societal norms. Her relationship with Jean Acker disrupted Acker’s marriage to Rudolph Valentino and created a media frenzy. Nazimova acted as a mentor and lover to many young actresses which often put her at odds with executives. Her unapologetic lifestyle made her a central figure in the underground queer history of the era.

Eva Le Gallienne

Eva Le Gallienne was a theater legend whose personal life sparked a major scandal involving actress Josephine Hutchinson. Le Gallienne and Hutchinson began an affair while Hutchinson was still married to a man. The resulting divorce proceedings publicized the nature of their relationship and caused a professional backlash. The scandal effectively created a feud between Le Gallienne and the conservative press that lasted for years.

Josephine Hutchinson

Josephine Hutchinson faced a career-threatening scandal when her affair with Eva Le Gallienne was exposed during her divorce. The press labeled her relationship with the older actress as a corrupting influence. Hutchinson had to navigate the hostility of a public that disapproved of her leaving her husband for a woman. The drama surrounding the divorce created a permanent rift between her and the traditional Hollywood establishment.

Jenny Shimizu

Jenny Shimizu claimed to have been involved with both Madonna and Angelina Jolie during the same time period. The model and actress described herself as a boot call for the stars which created a narrative of overlap and rivalry. Her candid memoirs and interviews stirred the pot by revealing intimate details about the jealousy that existed. These revelations retroactively painted a picture of tension between the two superstars over Shimizu.

Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie had a passionate romance with Jenny Shimizu that she openly discussed in the press. The relationship overlapped with Shimizu’s other high-profile connections and created a complex dynamic. Jolie famously stated she would have married Shimizu if she hadn’t married her first husband. The openness of their bond stood in stark contrast to the secrecy usually demanded by Hollywood at the time.

Tallulah Bankhead

Tallulah Bankhead was infamous for her feuds and rivalries that often centered around her voracious romantic appetite. The actress clashed with fellow screen sirens over shared lovers and attention throughout her career. She was known to be possessive and outspoken when she felt another woman was encroaching on her territory. Her larger-than-life personality meant that any romantic dispute quickly became a legendary anecdote.

Kristanna Loken

Kristanna Loken made headlines when she publicly discussed her relationship with Michelle Rodriguez. The ‘Terminator 3’ actress faced personal upheaval as her husband filed for divorce following the revelations. The media pit the end of her marriage against her burgeoning romance with Rodriguez. The complex web of leaving a spouse for a female co-star created a tense narrative that followed Loken for years.

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