The magazine known for celebrity scandals was called FHM. It was a men's lifestyle and entertainment magazine that focused on fashion, fitness, cars, food, music, movies, and video games.
It became famous for its coverage of celebrities and their personal lives. The magazine was founded in the United Kingdom in 1985 and later expanded into other countries such as India, China, Australia, and South Africa. It was published monthly from London and distributed worldwide. Its target audience was young males between the ages of 18 to 34 years old.
FHM occasionally broke or contributed to celebrity gossip and scandals, using exclusives to drive sales and buzz. One of the most infamous examples was the publication of nude photographs of actress Jennifer Lopez taken during her marriage to Ojani Noa in 2006. The photos were leaked without her consent, but FHM bought them and ran them in an issue, causing controversy and backlash. Another example was when they published a story about pop star Britney Spears' breakup with Justin Timberlake in 2002. They reported that she had cheated on him with actor Fred Durst, which she denied. In 2007, they published a cover story claiming that singer Christina Aguilera had a sex tape with rocker Scott Stapp of Creed. She also denied this. These stories were widely criticized by fans and media outlets alike.
In addition to reporting on celebrity scandals, FHM covered fashion, style, technology, and sports. They also interviewed celebrities and featured them on the cover. Some notable covers included actors Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Will Smith. Musicians such as Jay-Z, Eminem, and Justin Bieber also appeared on the magazine's covers. They even did features on athletes like David Beckham, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Serena Williams.
Their focus remained firmly on celebrity gossip and scandal coverage. This made them popular among young men looking for dirt on their favorite stars.
FHM became so well known for its celebrity coverage that it spawned several spin-off magazines, including FHM USA and FHM Russia. These editions focused more heavily on local celebrities but still featured some international stars. The magazine has since been discontinued due to declining readership and revenue.
Its legacy lives on through online news sources and social media platforms that continue to report on celebrity gossip and scandals.