Jackie Chan's life turned complicated when his dad revealed he abandoned two sons to move to Hong Kong. Even after Chan found worldwide fame, he didn't know of his siblings, one of whom worked in a pigsty. Chan made no attempts to get in contact with his long-lost siblings in China.
Tim McGraw is a talented and well-celebrated country singer who made a fortune through his music. McGraw found out when he was a child that his dad was a millionaire while his mom struggled to pay the bills at home while working three jobs.
Reese Witherspoon and her daughter look like sisters, recently posing in a photo sporting matching blonde hair. After two failed marriages, Witherspoon now chooses to focus on life as a mother and a career woman. Her ex Jim Toth was recently seen with another woman only months after their split.
Jennifer Garner and her son Samuel's recent outing had people furious over Affleck's apparent neglect. Samuel sported a red wig and a purple bow while he and his mom, and a critic blamed Ben Affleck for his son's accessory choices, claiming he neglected his children for his new wife, Jennifer Lopez.
Sean Connery had humble beginnings in Edinburgh. His parents were blue-collar workers, with his mom working as a cleaning lady and his dad working as a truck driver and factory worker. Connery resented his mom at one point in his life, but he cared for her as best he could when she grew older.
Reba McEntire went through a difficult divorce that tested her strength and her will to carry on. She lost not just her spouse but millions of dollars in settlement. McEntire leaned on her faith to get by, trusting God and his plan to help her persevere through life, eventually finding love again.
Hugh Grant has had controversial takes on marriage and monogamy through the years. At 57, he changed his mind about not getting married when he wed a Swedish TV producer, his long-time partner, and the mother of three of his kids. Grant has five kids he welcomed out of wedlock.
A video of how crab sticks are made went viral online, showing the step-by-step process of making it. After discovering how it was made, many of those who watched the video vowed never to eat crab sticks again.
Eric Roberts was on the way to becoming one of Hollywood's top leading men, but things started spiraling in his life, leading him on a different path. He introduced his youngest sister Julia Roberts to the industry, and she continued to become one of the industry's top A-list actresses.
A viral video showed a famous fitness influencer smashing her boyfriend's windshield at a red light when she realized her friend was driving it. Internet users were torn on whether to support the influencer or slam her for taking it out on the woman, not her boyfriend.
David and Victoria Beckham are an influential couple worldwide. Together, they have four children raised to become humble parts of society. Their eldest son Brooklyn learned the value of money after being exposed to the real world by working at a cafeteria.
Alicia Keys married Swizz Beatz despite claims from his ex-wife that she wrecked their marriage. Keys vehemently denied the accusations and went on to have two kids with the famous producer. Now, they celebrate their 13th wedding anniversary as a married couple.
Richard Gere is now 73 and a proud husband and father of three grown kids. Now married for two decades, Gere has shown how great of a husband he is. He once shielded his eyes at a beach with many topless women in respect of his wife.
Jason Aldean rose to fame as an outspoken country singer. Recently, he underwent heavy criticism for his song "Try That in a Small Time," which seemed to slam protestors and insinuate violence. Aldean is also into real estate with his wife, having moved thrice in recent years.
Tori Spelling's dad was renowned film and TV producer Aaron Spelling. People mocked Tori for having a multi-millionaire father while she struggled with debt and misfortune through her years as an actress. Despite her father's riches, Tori recently had to live in a motel with her five kids.
Michael J. Fox and his wife, Tracy Pollan, are celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary. The actor once feared Pollan would leave him after he was diagnosed with Parkinson's at 29. Pollan stood by her wedding vows and supported Fox in sickness and health throughout his life, for better or worse.
Olympian Gabby Douglas went through a difficult childhood before becoming a successful gymnast. As a professional athlete, Douglas has made lucrative deals through multiple endorsements. Behind the scenes, she endured a problematic childhood when her mom went bankrupt, and her father abandoned them.
Peter Falk is a legendary actor best known for his role as Columbo. He poured his heart into his craft for years, filming one episode longer than other shows. Falk was diagnosed with dementia in 2008, brought on by Alzheimer's, before dying in June 2011.
A stalker once broke into Sandra Bullock's home while she was seeping. The actress hid inside her closet and was relieved she sent her son to his nanny's home that night. Years later, Bullock continues to struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Mike Farrell has been married to "M*A*S*H" Shelley Fabares since 1984. When Fabares suffered a health scare in 1994, Farrell stood by her side and nursed her back to good health.
Jennie Garth and her husband, Dave Abrams, are celebrating their 8th wedding anniversary. The TV star initially met her husband on a blind date, and they married one another months after that.
Katie Holmes embraced Bella and Connor Cruise into her life when she married their dad, Tom Cruise. Years later, Holmes fired her stepdaughter Bella from her clothing line, which reportedly stunned the talented young woman.
Kelly Lang plays Brooke in "The Bold and the Beautiful," with her character finally finding lasting love after several on-and-off marriages to different men. In real life, it took Lang two divorces before she finally met the love of her life at a later age.
Shaun Cassidy was a popular teen idol who stole the hearts of thousands of girls at the prime of his career. In real life, three women won the heart of the sexy teen idol – and they're all drop-dead gorgeous.
Whether you're expecting a baby girl or simply wondering about the most popular Summer-inspired female names, we've rounded up the 20 that top the charts. Read along to see celebrities with Summer-inspired names; you might even find your name on the list.
Simone Biles is a 4-time Olympic Gold medalist who struggled with her mental health amidst the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. She lives happily married with her husband, Jonathan Owens, in a cozy "LA home" in Houston. Her parents, who once took her out of foster care, claimed they didn't like her new home.
Actress Brittany Murphy was at the top of her game when she passed away. She lived atop a mansion on the Sunset Strip, which once belonged to Britney Spears. Spears reportedly left the home after experiencing something unnatural, never returning and choosing to sell it instead.
Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton are a power couple making waves in the music industry. Now, the lovely couple is celebrating their 2nd wedding anniversary! Shelton once admitted that his wife's wedding vows for him hit him hard.
Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne are celebrating their 41st wedding anniversary! The couple first met when Sharon worked for her dad in his office, who once managed Ozzy Osbourne's career. Forty-one years later, the couple reveals Ozzy bought Sharon a Tiffany ring or necklace each time they fought.
Scarlett Johansson was once a struggling actress who relied on food stamps to eat. Her mother managed her career from when she was nine years old until Johansson fired her in 2012. Since then, Sloan has financially struggled and couldn't afford an apartment at one point.
Dr. Oz once grew to fame as a celebrity heart surgeon on "The Oprah Winfrey Show and "The Dr. Oz Show." In recent years, Dr. Oz has faced several challenges. A month after losing his dad, his mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Now, he cares for his aging mom, fearing she'd forget about him.
Nicolas Cage became a new dad at 58 when his wife, Riko Shibata, gave birth to their daughter. The couple previously got engaged via FaceTime after he customized a black diamond ring for her. The happy family lives in a Gothic mansion with an African Crow in their living room.
Jamie Farr was once struggling to make ends meet after bouts of unemployment. Even after finding love, he couldn't afford to buy an engagement ring to propose. Now, the actor is 89 and lives a simple life away from the spotlight after years of making it big in the industry.
Rock Hudson was once a famous Hollywood idol stealing hearts during his prime. Little did his fans know, Hudson led a double life and once married his agent's secretary. His secretive life was recently unveiled in a new HBO documentary, causing other people to see him in a different light.
Pierce Brosnan is a popular actor best known for his role as James Bond. Before finding lifelong love in Keely Smith, he was first married to Cassandra Harris until her death. Brosnan and his son Christopher had a rift and the actor cut him off. After 15 years, they finally spoke again
Leslie Uggams and her husband have been happily married for 57 years despite being in a biracial marriage. The couple got married when interracial marriages were frowned upon, and Uggams even received hate mail for it. Nowadays, she and her husband live a peaceful life with their loved ones.
Danielle Fishel of "Boy Meets World" fame wanted so badly to become an adult that she did not realize older men were being predatory towards her at a young age. Now a wife and mother of two, the child star now details her personal experiences, hoping to shed light on the issue.
Faith Hill has everything she could need – a thriving career, an ever-blossoming love life, and a legion of supportive fans. At 55, Hill's appearance has changed significantly, and some people have slammed her for it on the internet.
Peter Reckell was on television for years playing Bo in "Days of Our Lives." After leaving the show, he later made an unexpected return alongside co-star Kristian Alfonso in March 2023, delighting fans worldwide. At 68, the actor now lives a quiet life in New Zealand with his wife and kids.
Sally Field is a well-celebrated actress with stellar performances in "Gidget," "The Flying Nun," "Sybil," and more. She went through two divorces, eventually giving up on finding love again. Rather than focusing on her personal life, she devoted her live to her children.
Natalie Wood's mysterious and sudden death in 1981 once stunned her fans worldwide. The actress was survived by two children and her husband, Robert Wagner. One of her children, Natasha Wagner, was only 11 when her mom died in mysterious circumstances. Years later, she is now her spitting image.
Reba McEntire made a name for herself as a country star, devoting much of her life to her craft. Later on, she realized she wanted to have children. She did all she could to achieve this dream of hers. God blessed her with six beautiful children whom she raised to be their own unique selves.
Jack Hanna is America's favorite zookeeper, once gracing TV screens on several animal series and David Letterman's "Good Morning America." Hanna now lives a quiet life in a log cabin with his wife, Suzi. The famous zookeeper suffers from Alzheimer's, a disease slowly taking away his memory.
Anson Williams overcame cancer after her second divorce and remained single for decades. After retiring from the industry, she moved to a small town and has lived there since 2011. At 73, the actress has broken her streak of being single by getting married.
Meryl Streep is a well-loved and well-celebrated veteran actress, starring in crowd favorites like "The Devil Wears Prada" and "Mamma Mia!" Whenever she isn't filming, she's at home, cooking for her big family with her sculptor husband. Now, she turns 74 years old, looking as gorgeous as ever.
Bo Derek was a pop culture icon for years thanks to her movie "10." She was married to John Derek, a man 30 years her senior. Now, she found love again in actor John Corbett, whom, after twenty years together, she finally got married to in 2020.
Nicole Kidman just celebrated her 66th birthday, marking yet another milestone in the veteran actress' life. One of her biggest gifts is the love she shares with her husband Keith Urban. Through the ups and downs, they've remained devoted to one another. Here's their life together in pictures.
Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart have become one of Hollywood's golden couples over the years. Days before their 13th wedding anniversary, the couple made a rare public appearance in Santa Monica for a date night out with their friends.
Pierce Brosnan is one of Hollywood's most celebrated actors, having been cast in iconic roles like James Bond and Sam Carmichael. Unlike many celebrities, he is not married to someone in the industry. He found love again through Keely Shaye Smith after becoming a widower early on.
Delta Burke was a successful actress with many successful projects under her belt, but her best role will always be as a wife. Her husband Gerald McRaney also plays his own role brilliantly, standing by her through all the highs and lows of their lives.
