Known for his portrayal of eccentric characters in films such as "Ed Wood," "Sleepy Hollow," "Pirates of the Caribbean," and "Edward Scissorhands," Johnny Depp's success has also been met with harsh criticism.

Few artists can compare to the talent and mystery of Prince. Despite his overt sexuality and performing prowess, the painfully shy artist spent much of his career secluded from the public eye and battling his record company over music rights.

The odds of Shania Twain becoming a massive country music star were against her, but she overcame them.

A true dancer at heart, Patrick Swayze has the talent and rugged good looks to justify his status as a teenage heartthrob after the smash hit "Dirty Dancing."

Often considered the most unique mind on Earth, the life of Robin Williams as a brilliant actor and comic gets overshadowed by his own personal demons.

Known around the world as Princess Leia in the "Star Wars" franchise, Carrie Fisher was an actress and award-winning writer; Carrie was introduced to drugs at a young age, which marked the beginning of her struggle with addiction.