Chris Brown

On February 8, 2009, Chris Brown was involved in a physical altercation with his then-girlfriend, Rihanna. The incident occurred the night before the Grammy Awards and resulted in visible injuries to Rihanna. This led to a major public scandal, and Brown subsequently faced felony assault charges. The charges led to his arrest and a court case that would have significant repercussions for his career.

Chris Brown was sentenced on August 25, 2009, after he pleaded guilty to felony assault of Rihanna. The court sentenced him to community labor, five years' formal probation, and domestic violence counseling. Superior Court Judge Patricia Schnegg said Brown would be treated as if he were a first-time offender and also issued a protective order requiring him to stay 50 yards away from Rihanna.

On March 22, 2011, Chris Brown had an outburst on the set of Good Morning America after being questioned about the Rihanna assault case during an interview with Robin Roberts. Following the interview, Brown, visibly upset, reportedly smashed a window in his dressing room and left the set shirtless. The incident highlighted the ongoing public scrutiny and challenges he faced in moving past his previous legal issues.

Chris Brown's fifth studio album, Fortune, was released on July 3, 2012, and received mixed reviews from critics but was commercially successful. On October 30, 2012, the album was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), having sold over 500,000 copies. This achievement marked Brown's continued success in the music industry despite his controversies.

On October 27, 2013, Chris Brown was arrested for felony assault in Washington D.C. after allegedly attacking a man outside a hotel. Following the arrest, Brown voluntarily decided to enter a rehab facility for anger management treatment. However, his initial stay ended abruptly, and he was dismissed from the facility due to behavioral issues, which added to his legal troubles and public image challenges.

On May 9, 2014, Chris Brown was sentenced to 131 days in jail after admitting to violating his probation related to his assault on Rihanna. He was accused of making threats and failing to stay in the rehab program he had been ordered to attend. This jail sentence was a culmination of several legal issues that had plagued him since the initial 2009 incident with Rihanna, affecting his public and professional life.

On September 22, 2015, during a nightclub party in Manila, Chris Brown narrowly avoided trouble when gunfire erupted at his concert. While performing at the Chaos Nightclub in the City of Dreams, gunshots were fired injuring two people but Chris Brown himself was not harmed. The incident raised concerns about safety at his concerts and his association with such venues.

On December 13, 2016, Chris Brown released 'Welcome to My Life', a documentary film offering a candid view into his life and career. The film features interviews with Brown and his family and friends, showcasing his struggles with fame, his tumultuous relationship with Rihanna, and his efforts to redeem himself. It received both criticism and praise for its insight into Brown's personal journey and public controversies.

On January 22, 2019, Chris Brown was arrested in Paris following an accusation of rape by a woman who alleged that Brown assaulted her at the Mandarin Oriental hotel. Brown and two others were detained for questioning by police. He was released from custody without charges, and he publicly denied the allegations on social media, stating that they were false and defamatory.

Chris Brown's ninth studio album, Indigo, released on June 28, 2019, achieved platinum certification by the RIAA on June 19, 2020. The album features collaborations with numerous artists and includes hit singles such as 'No Guidance' featuring Drake. The success of Indigo demonstrated Brown's continued relevance and ability to produce commercially successful music.