The Superstar Life and Struggles of Odell Beckham Jr.

In November 2022, Beckham made headlines again — this time off the field. He was escorted off an American Airlines flight in Miami after allegedly refusing to fasten his seatbelt and appearing unresponsive before takeoff. Police removed him from the plane without charges.

The story spread quickly, with viral videos fueling speculation about his condition. Beckham called the reports exaggerated and criticized the airline for overreacting. The incident reignited debates about his temperament and whether fame continued to attract controversy even when he wasn’t seeking it.