Technophobia: A History of Celebrities Hating On Technology

From A-list actors to legendary singers, here's a history of famous people who have no love for modern-day tech. Namely, the Internet.

ByAlex Bracetti

November 10, 2011

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Andy Rooney

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Lars Ulrich

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Harrison Ford

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Busta Rhymes

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Keira Knightley

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Nikki Sixx

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Ray Bradbury

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Jack White

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George Clooney

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Oliver Stone

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Ron Jeremy

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Prince

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Kristen Stewart

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Drew Barrymore

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Aaron Sorkin

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Zadie Smith

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Johnny Depp

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Winona Ryder

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Jon Bon Jovi

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Vanessa Hudgens

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Daniel Craig

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Noel Gallagher

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Ralph Fiennes

Ralph Fiennes

Louis C.K.

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Drake

Drake

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