A sex scandal is a scandal involving allegations or information about possibly-immoral sexual activities being made public. Sex scandals are often associated with the sexual affairs of film stars , politicians , [1] famous athletes or others in the public eye. Sex scandals receive attention if a prominent figure is involved, if there is a perception of hypocrisy, if a public figure's sexuality is non- normative , or if it involves non-consensual acts. Whether the scandal is based in fact or not, it may lead to the celebrity disappearing from the public eye or to the resignation of prominent political figures. Sex scandals involving politicians often become political scandals , particularly when there is an attempt at a cover-up or suspicions of illegality. Attempts at coverups include payoffs, threats, or, in extreme cases, murder.

It was a video selfie of a man masturbating. Plenty of French politicians have survived sex scandals. He was behind in the polls, but losing seemed preferable to giving up. Are the French becoming like Americans, who punish public officials for private sins?

School Sex Scandal. Del Burns to take over the reins as interim superintendent, with the hope the longtime educator can help right the ship. Published March 2, at PM. Published February 27, at PM. Williston Middle School teacher under investigation following criminal allegation A Williston Middle School teacher is under investigation after a parent filed a criminal allegation earlier this week.