30 Celebs With Ugly Feet: Crusty Toes and Nasty Toenails

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Jennifer Hudson is the undisputed queen of corny feet caused by corns and calluses that can cause pain and discomfort when you walk. However, she’s far from the only celebrity to suffer from bad feet and toes.

A surprising number of beautiful celebrities we see on the big and small screen have an ugly body part: their feet. As you will see below, even the most attractive among us can have bad foot days with nasty-looking feet and jacked-up toes.

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1. Tyra Banks Blames Her Heels

After being ridiculed for her foot corns in 2010, Tyra Banks took to Twitter to explain why she has them.

Tyra Banks tweets about the corn on her toesTyra Banks tweets about the corn on her toes (Credit: Tyra Banks’ Twitter)

“I’ve always felt that I had flat feet that didn’t point severely enough when posing. And calves that were too small in proportion to my thighs…,” she wrote on Instagram on May 10, 2019.

Tyra Banks shows off her size 12 (US) feet at the 2011 VH1 Do Something AwardsTyra Banks shows off her size 12 (US) feet at the 2011 VH1 Do Something Awards at Hollywood Palladium on August 14, 2011, in Los Angeles, California (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)

Known for her big feet, in March 2018, the American television personality once again displayed her corns on the red carpet.

Tyra joined Heidi Klum at America’s Got Talent: Season 13 Kickoff Celebration in a faux leather cap sleeve ankle-length dress styled with a statement necklace from Glynneth B Jewelry and black studded sandals.

Tyra Banks wearing a faux leather cap sleeve ankle-length dressTyra Banks wearing a faux leather cap sleeve ankle-length dress (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

Tyra also showed off her foot corns, which are areas of hard, thickened skin that develop when the skin is exposed to excessive pressure or friction.

Tyra Banks's feet in black studded sandalsTyra Banks’s feet in black studded sandals (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

In an episode of The Tyra Banks Show, she asked Quentin Tarantino about his foot fetish.

“I like them,” Tarantino admitted about his interest in feet. “I have a foot fondness. Fondness. If you’re looking for an F word, fondness.”

Tyra Banks's corn-filled toesTyra Banks’s corn-filled toes (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

2. Kelly Rowland’s Corny Feet

Another celebrity paying the price for wearing ill-fitting sky-high heels is a former Destiny’s Child member.

Kelly Rowland showing off her corny feet at the 2016 Hollywood Beauty Awards Benefiting Children’s Hospital Los Angeles held at Avalon in Hollywood on February 21, 2016Kelly Rowland shows off her corny feet at the 2016 Hollywood Beauty Awards Benefiting Children’s Hospital Los Angeles held at Avalon in Hollywood on February 21, 2016 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

Kelly Rowland also showed off her popcorn toes in Gucci heels at the 40th annual AMAs.

Kelly Rowland is known for having less-than-perfect toes with an abundance of cornsKelly Rowland is known for having less-than-perfect toes with an abundance of corns (Credit: Devan / INFGoff)

When asked by Hoda Kotb on The Today Show if she’d ever consider going barefoot on the red carpet, Kelly admitted she wouldn’t dare to.

“Have you met Michelle [Williams] and Beyoncé?” Rowland said. “They would have me for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. And the funny thing is, they would be like, ‘You better suck that up. You better grin and bear that. You better smile, girl.”

Kelly Rowland's popcorn toes in minimalist sandals perched atop a strikingly slim heelKelly Rowland’s popcorn toes in minimalist sandals perched atop a strikingly slim heel (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

3. Jennifer Hudson’s Popcorn Feet

The American singer is famous for her ‘ready to pop’ corn-filled feet.

Jennifer Hudson shows off her popcorn feet in Manolo Blahnik strappy sandalsJennifer Hudson shows off her popcorn feet in Manolo Blahnik strappy sandals at the 2014 People’s Choice Awards held at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in Los Angeles on January 8, 2014 (Credit: Apega / WENN)

“Normally, I would take my shoes off on the red carpet because my feet hurt so bad. And it was the weight. But now that’s all I’m wearing. It used to be flats, now it’s all heels. So, that’s a drastic change,” Hudson told HuffPost in March 2013 about finding it easier to wear high heels after losing weight.

Jennifer Hudson shows off her size 8 (US) feet in silver metallic Stuart Weitzman sandalsJennifer Hudson shows off her size 8 (US) feet in silver metallic Stuart Weitzman sandals (Credit: Tinseltown / Shutterstock)

4. Keri Hilson’s Hammertoes

In December 2014, she wrote on Twitter that she suffers from foot pain. “My feet are literally throbbing. Ugh. And I’ve been off them for two hours!! Thankful for the foot massager Mom got me for my bday, cuz…,” Keri Hilson tweeted about her size 8.5 (US) feet on December 24, 2014.

Keri Hilson showing off her hammertoes at the premiere of 'Riddick' at the Regency Village Theater in Los Angeles on August 28, 2013Keri Hilson showing off her hammertoes at the premiere of ‘Riddick’ at the Regency Village Theater in Los Angeles on August 28, 2013 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

5. Katie Holmes’ Corn-Filled Toes

This should help you understand why Katie Holmes rarely shows off her wonky toes and frumpy feet in public.

Katie Holmes showing off her corn-filled toes at The Fragrance Foundation's 33rd Annual 'FiFi' Awards at the Hammerstein Ballroom on April 7, 2005 in New York CityKatie Holmes showing off her corn-filled toes at The Fragrance Foundation’s 33rd Annual ‘FiFi’ Awards at the Hammerstein Ballroom on April 7, 2005, in New York City (Credit: PNP / WENN)

“Thanks to exercise and a few nips and tucks, Katie’s body has never looked better — aside from her feet,” a source revealed to Globe Magazine in 2019. “She desperately wants to do something about her crooked toes and unsightly bunions and she’s consulted with her surgeon.”

Katie Holmes shows off her feet at the Calvin Klein fashion show in 2005Katie Holmes shows off her feet at the Calvin Klein fashion show in 2005 (Credit: WENN)

Do you think she needs to consider foot surgery?

Katie Holmes has reportedly considered surgery to correct her toesKatie Holmes has reportedly considered surgery to correct her toes (Credit: WENN)

6. Zoe Saldana’s Popcorn Feet

Zoe Saldana showed off her exposed corn situation in Miu Miu beige-leather ankle-strap sandals while receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Hollywood.

Zoe Saldana showed off her exposed corn situation in Miu Miu beige-leather ankle-strap sandalsZoe Saldana being honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Hollywood, California, on May 3, 2018 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

One of her toes also tried to escape at another movie premiere in 2013. She also showed off her Arabic foot tattoos. What was Zoe thinking?

One of Zoe Saldana's toes tried to escape at the premiere of ‘Star Trek Into Darkness’ held at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood, Los Angeles on May 14, 2013One of Zoe Saldana’s toes tried to escape at the premiere of ‘Star Trek Into Darkness’ held at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood, Los Angeles on May 14, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

7. Sarah Paulson Reveals Bunions in Ill-Fitting Shoes

Sarah’s bunions looked like they were screaming in ill-fitting contrast ankle strap ‘Kadence’ pumps at the 2018 Elle Women In Hollywood event at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.

Sarah Paulson reveals her foot bunionsSarah Paulson reveals her foot bunions at the 2018 Elle Women in Hollywood celebration held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on October 15, 2018 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

8. Kate Bosworth’s Cracked Dry Feet

While she does not suffer from hammertoes (yet), Kate Bosworth needs to take better care of her cracked, dry feet.

Kate Bosworth showed that she needs to take better care of her cracked, dry feetKate Bosworth showed that she needs to take better care of her cracked, dry feet (Credit: B.Dowling / WENN)

9. Faye Elaine Marsay’s Jacked Up Feet

While her ill-fitting shoes were gorgeous, we can’t say the same about Faye’s jacked-up feet at the season six premiere of ‘Game of Thrones’.

Faye Marsay's jacked up feet in Christian Louboutin sandalsFaye Marsay’s jacked up feet in Christian Louboutin sandals (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

10. Kate Beckinsale’s Out of Control Toes

We’re always relieved when the English actress shows up in closed-toe shoes. Time and time again, her toes have looked like they’re trying to run away from whatever event Kate Beckinsale is attending.

Kate Beckinsale's toes tried to run away while attending the 2014 LACMA Art + Film GalaKate Beckinsale’s toes tried to run away while attending the 2014 LACMA Art + Film Gala (Credit: Brian To / WENN)

11. Kelly Gale’s Jacked Up Toes

The Swedish-Australian model showed off her nasty feet when joining Elsa Hosk and Kendall Jenner at the Revolve Awards held at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas Nevada.

Chanel Iman, Romee Strijd, Elsa Hosk, and Kelly Gale attend REVOLVE Presents: The 2nd Annual #REVOLVEawards at Palms Casino Resort on November 9, 2018, in Las Vegas, NevadaChanel Iman, Romee Strijd, Elsa Hosk, and Kelly Gale attend REVOLVE Presents: The 2nd Annual #REVOLVEawards at Palms Casino Resort on November 9, 2018, in Las Vegas, Nevada (Credit: DJDM / WENN)

The Swedish-Australian model flaunted her sexy legs in a figure-hugging strapless mini dress that was embellished with silver gems. She completed her outfit with matching black sandals and glittering jewelry.

Kelly Gale shows off her feet in black sandalsKelly Gale shows off her feet in black sandals (Credit: Judy Eddy / WENN)

12. Natalie Portman’s Crusty Feet

The film actress, producer, and director did not just show off her underwear while promoting her feature directorial debut, A Tale of Love and Darkness, in Cannes.

Natalie Portman also showed that she needs to take better care of her crusty feet.

Natalie Portman showed off her crusty feet in black Dior heelsNatalie Portman showed off her crusty feet in black Dior heels (Credit: WENN)

13. Elle Fanning’s Yellow Feet

The young actress showed off her extremely yellow feet at the premiere of ‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2’.

Elle Fanning shows off her yellow feet at the premiere of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 2Elle Fanning shows off her yellow feet at the premiere of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 2 at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California on November 12, 2012 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

14. Nicole Scherzinger’s Totally Gross Feet

The American singer, actress, and television personality showed what can happen if you wear uncomfortable shoes when she went bar hopping in London.

Nicole Scherzinger showed off her busted feetNicole Scherzinger showed off her busted feet while enjoying a night out in London after “The X Factor” on November 26, 2016 (Credit: RV / WENN)

15. Emmy Rossum’s Peanut Toes

It looked like Emmy’s feet were in a bad car accident before arriving at the H&M Conscious Collection dinner. Her peanut toes were literally all over the place.

Actress Emmy Rossum showed off her peanut toes at the H&M Conscious Exclusive Dinner at Eveleigh on March 19, 2014, in West Hollywood, CaliforniaActress Emmy Rossum showed off her peanut toes at the H&M Conscious Exclusive Dinner at Eveleigh on March 19, 2014, in West Hollywood, California (Credit: Bridow / WENN)

16. Brie Larson’s Nasty Feet

Her feet may be horribly misshapen and her toes disturbing, but Brie Larson’s feet are still among the most popular at WikiFeet, a photo-sharing foot fetish website dedicated to sharing photos of celebrities’ feet.

Brie Larson's nasty toesBrie Larson’s nasty toes at the 22nd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 30, 2016, in Los Angeles, California (Credit: Brian To / WENN)

She also paraded her foot fungus at the premiere of her new movie ‘Unicorn Store’ during the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival.

Brie Larson felt no shame showing off her fungal nail infectionsBrie Larson felt no shame showing off her fungal nail infections (Credit: WENN)

Believed to wear a shoe size 9 (US), she talked about Hollywood beauty standards in a 2020 interview with W Magazine.

“I don’t believe that there is a beauty standard. I struggled with feeling ugly and like an outcast for so much of my life. And so I really, really feel for that. It took me a long time to be able to be totally comfortable with myself.”

Actress Brie Larson shows off her size 9 (US) feet at the 3rd Annual Autumn PartyActress Brie Larson shows off her size 9 (US) feet at the 3rd Annual Autumn Party featuring a fashion show by J. Mendel Benefitting Children’s Institute, Inc. at The London on October 17, 2012, in West Hollywood, California (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)

“What breaks my heart is to think of people in the world who don’t feel that they have safety within their own bodies,” she added.

“That, to me, is my ultimate goal in life: to do whatever it is that I can so people have the freedom to express themselves and be exactly who it is that they want to be—whatever that is—knowing that that can also change.”

17. Holly Madison’s Dry Cracked Feet

We’ve never seen a worse case of dry, cracked heels. The best way to prevent this foot problem is to stay moisturized.

As many of the members of the Your Next Shoes community have pointed out, it’s difficult to appreciate a pair of beautiful shoes when the wearer’s feet are not up to par.

Holly Madison's shockingly dry and cracked feetHolly Madison’s shockingly dry and cracked feet (Credit: Judy Eddy / WENN)

18. Rose Leslie’s Barbaric Feet

The Scottish “Game of Thrones” actress scared everyone on the red carpet at the season 7 premiere of her popular television series.

Rose Leslie's barbaric feet could scare anyoneRose Leslie’s barbaric feet could scare anyone (Credit: FayesVision / Apega)

19. Kim Kardashian’s Swollen Feet and Ankles

The reality television personality with a net worth of over $200 million showed off her swollen feet and ankles when pregnant with her first daughter, North West.

Pregnant Kim Kardashian’s swollen feet and anklesPregnant Kim Kardashian’s swollen feet and ankles (Credit: WENN)

20. Julianne Moore’s Pinky Toes Tried to Escape

It was like Julianne Moore’s pinky toes had a mind of their own. See more pictures of Julianne Moore’s toes committing one of the worst fashion faux pas of all time.

Julianne Moore's feet looked crazy on the red carpet in CannesJulianne Moore’s feet looked crazy on the red carpet in Cannes (Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock)

If you think it looks painful, Julianne said in an interview with Jimmy Fallon that she didn’t feel it as it was happening.

“I thought it all went fine,” Moore explained. “There’s so much pressure to look good, to look perfect, so you worry about your dress, you worry about your hair, your make-up, and I thought I had everything in control.”

“I was comfortable with my shoes, and I went and watched the movie, but then I went online to see a picture. And what did I see, but toe-gate!”

“I didn’t feel a thing—not a thing. I felt fine! I was just walking along, like, ‘Hiiiii, I’m at Cannes’ and my toes are hanging off [my shoes]!”

Julianne Moore's pinky toes slipping out of her strappy silver sandalsJulianne Moore’s pinky toes slipped out of her strappy silver sandals at the opening ceremony of the 66th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, on May 15, 2013 (Credit: Lia Toby / WENN)

21. Katy Perry Clawed the Edge of Her Sandals With Her Toes

When you have to spread your toes so that they look like a rake, you know you need to find better ways to keep your shoes from slipping.

Katy Perry flaunts her legs at the 2013 MTV Video Music AwardsKaty Perry flaunts her legs at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on August 25, 2013 (Credit: Andres Otero / WENN)

Too bad, and her “Roar”-themed look was cute, too. See more cute shoes spotted at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards!

Katy Perry grasping the edge of her sandals with her toesKaty Perry grasping the edge of her sandals with her toes (Credit: Andres Otero / WENN)

“I lay on my back one night and looked down at my feet, and I prayed to God. I said, ‘God, will you please let me have boobs so big that I can’t see my feet when I’m lying down?'” Perry told GQ in 2014 about her childhood vision of the perfect body.

Katy Perry revealed her incredibly long toesKaty Perry revealed her incredibly long toes (Credit: Andres Otero / WENN)

“God answered my prayers [when I turned 11]. I had no clue they would fall into my armpits eventually.”

Katy Perry showed off her ugly feet on the red carpetKaty Perry showed off her ugly feet on the red carpet (Credit: Andres Otero / WENN)

22. Rashida Jones’ Toes Go Their Own Ways

Rashida Jones‘ rebellious toes just could not be contained. She has had some fantastic shoe moments, though.

Rashida Jones with her toes slipping out of her sandalsRashida Jones with her toes slipping out of her sandals at the 2013 Independent Spirit Brunch held at BOA Steakhouse in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, on January 12, 2013 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

23. Lady Gaga Forgot to Wear Shoes

Okay, so it’s part of her act, but walking barefoot in the streets of London? We hope the men around her were there to keep her from walking on anything she shouldn’t.

Lady Gaga arriving barefoot at her hotelLady Gaga arriving barefoot at her hotel in London, England, on October 25, 2013 (Credit: Craig Harris / WENN)

24. Amy Adams’ Enormous Bunions

The critically acclaimed American actress showed off her deformed feet at the premiere of HBO’s miniseries “Sharp Objects” in Los Angeles and at the “Nocturnal Animals” photocall in Venice.

Amy Adams suffers from painful-looking bunionsAmy Adams suffers from painful-looking bunions (Credit: Apega / WENN)

25. Cara Delevingne’s Nasty Finger Toes

Best known for her tomboy style, Cara Delevingne should think twice about showing her nasty finger toes. Did you know she has inked both her soles?

Cara Delevingne shows off her nasty finger toesCara Delevingne shows off her nasty finger toes while walking barefoot outside her hotel in London on February 18, 2014 (Credit: Will Alexander / WENN)

26. Cobie Smulders’ Gnarly Toes

The “How I Met Your Mother” actress showed up with crusty toes and brittle toenails for the New York premiere of “Friends From College”.

Cobie Smulders' gnarly feet can not be unseenCobie Smulders’ gnarly feet can not be unseen (Credit: Dan Jackman / WENN)

27. Heel Addict Victoria Beckham

While she’s been told by doctors she may need surgery to remove her bunions, Victoria Beckham is addicted to high heels.

“I beyond hate ballerina flats. I can’t walk in them. Unless they’re on a ballet dancer doing ballet, I just don’t get it. I love heels,” she said in an interview.

Victoria Beckham has endured foot bunions for a long timeVictoria Beckham has endured foot bunions for a long time (Credit: PNP / WENN)

28. Michelle Yeoh’s Bunion

The Malaysian actress has one of the lowest ratings on the photo-sharing foot fetish website wikiFeet.

Michelle Yeoh shows off her size 5 (US) feet in CannesMichelle Yeoh shows off her size 5 (US) feet in Cannes (Credit: WENN / Z. Tomaszewski)

It’s believed her foot deformity is caused by years of practicing martial arts. Do you think she should continue wearing open-toe shoes?

Michelle Yeoh displays her feet on the red carpet in CannesMichelle Yeoh displays her feet on the red carpet in Cannes (Credit: WENN / Z. Tomaszewski)

While not a professionally trained martial artist, she pursued ballet professionally and landed a spot at London’s Royal Academy of Dance.

“My dream came true. So I was dancing, doing ballet, you know, surrounded by music and dance. That was, like, the core education I was getting at that point,” she told NPR, though Yeoh’s dance career ended early due to a back injury.

Actress Michelle Yeoh shows off her feet at the 'Volver' premiereActress Michelle Yeoh shows off her feet at the ‘Volver’ premiere at the Palais des Festivals during the 59th International Cannes Film Festival on May 19, 2006, in Cannes, France (Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock)

29. Iman’s Brutally Damaged Feet

Reportedly damaged from years of modeling and wearing high heels, Iman wears a shoe size 10 (US).

Iman shows off her feet at the Glamour Magazine 2006 Women of the Year AwardsIman shows off her feet at the Glamour Magazine 2006 Women of the Year Awards held at Carnegie Hall in New York on October 30, 2006 (Credit: Roger Wong / INFGoff)

David Bowie and Iman met on a blind date in 1990 and got married in 1992. They stayed together for 24 years until his death from cancer in 2016.

Somali fashion model Iman displays her feet and toes on the red carpetSomali fashion model Iman displays her feet and toes on the red carpet (Credit: Bill Davila / Startraksphoto)

30. Famke Janssen’s Enormous Feet

The Dutch actress is known for her size 11 (US) feet. It shouldn’t come as a surprise as she measures 5ft 11 ½ (181.6 cm).

“I feel like a mutant all the time. I mean, I’m a Dutch person in America. I’m 5-foot 11!” she said about her height in an interview.

“Height is a big problem. There’s not a lot of tall men around and they don’t really want to admit their actual height”, Famke revealed in another interview.

Famke Janssen displays her big feet at the 2008 CFDA Fashion AwardsFamke Janssen displays her big feet at the 2008 CFDA Fashion Awards at the New York Public Library on June 2, 2008, in New York City (Credit: Humberto Carreno / Startraksphoto)

Ballet dancers who practice the pointe technique in pointy shoes often experience foot pain and, in some cases, foot damage.

Foot corns, small circles of thick skin, are often caused by poorly fitting shoes. Heels that are too loose can allow your foot to slide and rub. It doesn’t help that some footwear designs place excessive pressure on an area of the foot.

Wearing high heels for too long can squeeze your toes and cause other damage to your feet. Toe corns can also develop as a symptom of bunions and other foot problems.