Crankiest Celebs

Christian Bale may be hot -- but he's also hot-tempered, as the world discovered when a tape of him unleashing one of the most famous f-bomb tirades against a colleague on the set of his "Terminator" film. (AP )

Hayden Panettiere gained a reputation for crankiness when she harshly snapped at reporters trying to get an interview on the red carpet at a fundraiser. Since then, she's been bringing people down in interviews worldwide. (AP )

Jessica Alba shows her distaste for the paparazzi by constantly scowling in their presence. It's not easy being young, rich and beautiful, you know! (AP )

James Gandolfini proved that he and his "Sopranos" alter ego Tony Soprano are equally hot-tempered during several attacks on the paparazzi, and a few aggressive fans. (AP )

Leonardo Dicaprio is never one to be subtle about his disdain for being photographed by the paps. Maybe all his super-hot girlfriends bring him down. (AP )

Whether it's Madonna's lip-synching, Lily Allen's drinking, or a swarm of photographers, Elton John can always find a reason to fly off the handle. (AP )

The Olsen twins have perfected the cranky pout and seem to like dressing in weird outfits, no doubt showing off their deeply troubled little lives. (AP )

Eminem may just be the crankiest rapper in history -- he just never seems to pass up the opportunity to complain or get mad about something. (AP )

Edward Norton might be incredibly talented, but he has gained a reputation as being incredibly difficult to work with. Hey, we'd be cranky too if we could no longer say Salma Hayek was our girlfriend. (AP )

In an attempt to prove to bff Leo DiCaprio that he is cool enough to be in the exclusive cranky club, "Spider-Man" star Tobey Maguire has gained quite a reputation for a 'tude. (AP )