Shocking: Famous People Who Have Received Death Threats

Jameela Jamil: The actress and activist became the target of racist death threats after a public disagreement with Piers Morgan, who insinuated her involvement in Caroline Flack's death. Jameela clarified her stance online, asserting, "The media was responsible for her death, not me."

Cole Sprouse: The actor from 'Riverdale' found himself dealing with "death threats and criminal activities" following his breakup with co-star Lili Reinhart. He revealed to Vulture, "I've received numerous threatening messages at my residence and at the residences of my loved ones, including death threats and exceedingly offensive content."

David Letterman: The celebrated talk show host decided to playfully address death threats directed at him by an online extremist on an episode of the 'Late Show' in 2011. He humorously remarked that his audience served as an impromptu "human shield" during the ordeal.

Madonna: The iconic music figure encountered death threats for her vocal support of the anti-Putin Russian protest group, Pussy Riot. At the Amnesty International Concert in New York in 2014, the Queen of Pop proudly declared herself a "freedom fighter" and spoke out against discrimination, stating, "I've always considered myself a freedom fighter since the early '80s when I realized I had a voice and could sing about more than materialism or innocence. I've certainly faced consequences for speaking my mind and advocating against discrimination, but that's alright."

Kim Kardashian: The star of 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' pursued legal action by obtaining a restraining order against an individual who had sent over 80 sinister letters, filled with death threats, targeting her and her family.

Selena Gomez: The singer and actress found herself besieged with death threats from fervent Beliebers when she was romantically linked to pop sensation Justin Bieber. Many of Justin's ardent fans took to social media to express their outrage at Selena's involvement with the 'Baby' hitmaker during their time together in Hawaii.

Halle Berry: The Academy Award-winning actress faced a distressing situation in 2007 when she received ominous letters threatening harm to both her and her unborn child. In response, Halle took precautionary measures by hiring security guards. A source disclosed to the Daily Mirror newspaper that, "Halle does not normally use security, but she has enlisted the help of a couple of individuals to ensure her safety."

Taylor Swift: The country-turned-pop sensation experienced the fury of an obsessed fan base in 2012 when she became the target of vicious threats on Twitter from One Direction fans upset about her relationship with former member Harry Styles.

Elliot Page: In 2012, a disturbed Twitter user began issuing threats to Page, insisting that the actor cease dating 'True Blood' star Alexander Skarsgård. The LAPD conducted an investigation, ultimately uncovering two accounts involved in the harassment of the 'Inception' star.

Carice van Houten: The 'Game of Thrones' actress, renowned for her portrayal of Melisandre, the ageless Red Priestess, opened up to The Telegraph in 2017 about the numerous death threats she had received due to her role, emphasizing that "people take it too seriously."