Fergie

Fergie, the vivacious frontwoman of The Black Eyed Peas and solo artist famous for hits like “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Fergalicious,” encountered an unexpected misstep in New York, 2008. Caught mid-roll in her sleek black peep-toe heels, she teetered on the brink of a tumble.

Luckily, a well-placed gentleman dressed in black played the timely hero, steadying her before she hit the ground. Despite the momentary fashion mishap, Fergie’s poised recovery and the candid snapshot of the incident remind us that even the most accomplished performers can find themselves in precariously humorous situations. High heels, after all, can be treacherous.