Matthew Labyorteaux was born with a hole in his heart but made his way to the "Little House on the Prairie" set as Albert Quinn Ingalls, thanks to Michael Landon, who created the character just for him.
Regis Philbin died barely six years after the death of his only son. However, when they were both alive, Regis revealed that his son was his hero because of his son's achievements despite his disabilities.
Jerry Orbach was married to his wife Elaine for over two decades, but he made every day of their marriage special. The talented actor died at 69 from prostate cancer, and his widow and two sons survived him.
Nicole Kidman had a rough path to motherhood and adopted kids with her ex-husband, Tom Cruise, after several miscarriages. But the "Eyes Wide Shut" actress knew she would be a mother and became one in her 40s.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle got married in 2018 in a globally viewed ceremony. However, while they were dating, he almost lost her and had to step up and fight for her.
After years of waiting, "Bird Box" actress Sandra Bullock finally adopted two children. As her kids grow us, she said they are too bright, have opinions, and she worries they sometimes don't agree with her.
After he married Barbara Edwards, Andy Griffith rose to fame but did not allow his talented wife to work in the show business. While he partied with other women, she became an alcoholic, and they later divorced.
Gordon Ramsay has properties anywhere he likes, and all this is because of his hard work. The celebrity chef who owns more than one property in Cornwall had one of his properties described as a 'monstrosity.'
Michael J. Fox was at the peak of his career when he got diagnosed with a disease that changed his life. He shared the news with his family but waited for seven years to share it with the public.
Rachael Ray lost two houses and her dog within a year. Despite her tragedies, she was grateful to be alive, and in about a year after she lost her house, her builders restored the property to its original state.
When Queen Rania of Jordan met her husband at a dinner party, it was an ordinary boy meets girl story. Six years after their marriage, they lived a fairy tale as they became the king and queen of Jordan.
Patty Duke, born Anna Marie Duke, became a mental health advocate in her later years. However, as a child, she grew up in poverty and suffered traumatic experiences.
As a child, Sonny Bono already had a male nickname for his daughter Chastity, who later came out as being a lesbian before transitioning to a man in the late 2000s. Here's a look at Chaz Bono's life.
After her first marriage ended in a divorce, "An Officer and a Gentleman" actress never threw out her wedding dress. She wore it a second time when she met her second husband, and it was an electrifying experience.
Anna Nicole Smith was a vibrant small-town girl turned star. However, she lost her vibrancy after losing her only son. In her last days, she complained of pain, was too weak to sit up or walk, and refused to see the doctors.
Kelly McGillis was a celebrated actress in the 1980s. However, at the peak of her career, she decided to leave Hollywood to care for her family. Today, the actress keeps a low profile and doesn't have to work.
Cote De Pablo left "NCIS" to the dismay of fans who wanted more onscreen time for her and her onscreen partner. However, the actress was in a loving relationship with a fellow actor whom she said was the worst influence in her life.
After losing his mother, legendary Hollywood actor Robert Redford had a difficult childhood and became a rebellious teenager. He married to save his life, and unfortunately, tragedy still struck as he has lost two of his children.
Dennis Quaid has been married for times, and for his fourth marriage, he eloped with his wife, who is 38 years younger than him. According to him, it was love at first sight when they met.
After his divorce from his first wife, Bob Dylan had a relationship and secret marriage with one of his backup singers. Before their divorce, they had a daughter whom they kept out of the spotlight.
Sally Field and Burt Reynolds had one of the most iconic relationships in Hollywood, but things were not perfect between them. Years later, she revealed that he was controlling, and their relationship was hurtful to her.
Mariska Hargitay lost her mother when she was three. Fortunately for her, she had a stepmother who embraced her and claimed her like a daughter. Nowadays, Mariska is a mother of three.
Bobby Darin and Sandra Dee had a whirlwind romance that led them to elope. Unfortunately, their marriage did not last long. However, she never recovered after he died and gradually left the public eye.
Barbra Streisand and Elliott Gould were married for eight years before separating and finally divorced. After their divorce, Gould reveals what their marriage was like and why things didn't work out.
"M*A*S*H" actress, Sally Kellerman, was naive and young when she got pregnant. Her decision to abort led to complications that inflamed her fallopian tubes. Before she died, she became a mother to children she adopted.
Courteney Cox became an international superstar when she starred in "Friends." She decided to chase youthfulness as she got older before realizing how strange she looked.
Delta Burke stayed away from the spotlight for some years, and when she was spotted, she looked remarkably different. However, the actress, who has been married to her husband for over three decades, says he loves her just the way she is.
Charlie Sheen was diagnosed with HIV for four years before making his diagnosis public. Once he knew about his condition, he told his ex-wives but did not tell his oldest daughter until later.
After being abandoned as a toddler by his mother, country singer Ronnie Milsap grew up in poverty with his grandparents, became famous, and suffered more tragedy in recent years.
Before his death in 1985, Rock Hudson played Hollywood's leading man and was loved by all. However, he was ill and kept it away from the media. When he visited Doris Day, his emaciated look alerted the media about his health.
Erik Estrada became famous for his role as a cop in "CHiPs." Even though the series opened doors for him, he returned to his childhood dreams of being a real-life cop.
Sylvester Stallon has been married three times. His second wife blamed her father's death on Stallone's mother, whom she said meddled in their marriage till they divorced.
Kate Jackson was married three times but had no biological children. When she became desperate to be a mother, she adopted a child, quit her career, and lived like an average mother.
Lorrie Mahaffey and Anson Williams were sweethearts on "Happy Days" after Mahaffey decided to move to Los Angeles to be closer to him. From being TV sweethearts, they got married in real life.
Marlo Thomas has been married for over 42 years to the man who made her become a stepmother to five children. Despite being a stepmother, she was able to work out the best way to raise his kids and have a lasting marriage.
Mariska Hargitay had her first child when she was 42. Through adoption, she was adopted a second child after a painful process. However, their third child was unplanned and perfect for them.
James MacArthur was adopted by Charles MacArthur and his wife Helen Hayes when he was only seven months old. After his father died, his mother offered him a chance to know his birth parents but he refused.
Princess Margaret helped Diana settle into royal life and even stood up for her in the presence of the Queen. However, once she felt betrayed by Diana, she was furious and became hostile.
Telly Savalas had to shave his head for a movie and instantly became a magnet for women. Before his death, he had six children from four women, but his third wife tamed him.
Before having their biological kids, Kirk Cameron and his wife adopted four children, making their family multiracial and diverse. As their children grown up, they often forget who's adopted and who's not.
David Hasselhoff filed for divorce from his ex-wife Pamela Bach after 17 years of marriage. The couple had two daughters whom he wanted full custody of and eventually won.
Tom Hanks felt like a failed father after his divorce from his first wife. He was scared his divorce would curse his children. Thankfully, they all turned out fine and are successful in their fields.
"Yellowstone" star Taylor Sheridan never had an easy start. However, when he decided to quit his job, his wife took a risk on him, and it paid off. Together, they moved from the city to their ranch, where they now call home.
Adam Sandler met his wife, Jackie Titone, in a movie they both starred in, and she played a minor role. Shortly after meeting, they started dating and got married years later. After over two decades, they are still in love and have two kids.
John Stamos had always wanted to be a father. However, things did not go according as planned in his first marriage. With his second marriage, he has fulfilled his dreams and is happy with his family.
Anna Nicole Smith loved her son so much that she left him as the sole heir to her fortune. She was both a mother and father to him that after he died, she did not change her will.
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore were divorced for ten years before he remarried. However, he was still in love with her, and his wife is now friends with her.
John Legend and his wife Chrissy Teigen met and hooked up on the set of his music video. It wasn't love at first sight for him but they married years later and have two adorable children.
The legendary comedian, Robin Williams, took his life in 2014. After his death, his last wife, Susan Schneider, revealed that she had forgiven him as she acknowledged that he was being chased by "invisible monsters."
Robert Conrad made his mark in the 1960s and 1970s, but the actor and father of eight children was a strict parent even though some of his kids grew up on set.
