It is given to an actor or actress who portrayed a drama series villain that is deemed the most hated among the television audience.
The Star Awards for Unforgettable Villain category was introduced in 2010, at the 16th Star Awards ceremony.
The nominees were determined by a team of judges employed by MediaCorp.
Winners are selected by a majority vote from the public.
As of the 2024 Star Awards, Zhang Ze Tong is the most recent winner in this category for his role in All That Glitters.