Robert Downey Jr.: Downey Jr. was a rising star in the ’90s but experienced a decline due to substance abuse issues and legal troubles. After achieving sobriety around 2003, he made a comeback as a leading man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and received critical acclaim for roles in films like “Sherlock Holmes.”
Winona Ryder: After a successful career in the late ’80s and ’90s, Ryder faced a major setback with her arrest for shoplifting and drug possession in 2001. She took a break from Hollywood and later made a comeback marked by her leading role in “Stranger Things.”
Kesha: After a tumultuous legal battle with her producer Dr. Luke related to allegations of abuse, Kesha did not release new music for several years. In 2017, she overcame these challenges with the release of her album “Rainbow.”
Martha Stewart: Stewart transformed from a successful business mogul to serving prison time for insider trading. Post-incarceration, she rebuilt her brand and became a beloved television personality, co-hosting a show with Snoop Dogg.
Dave Chappelle: After walking away from “Chappelle’s Show,” Chappelle kept a low profile but returned to prominence with a role in “Chi-raq” and several stand-up specials on Netflix, renewing his status as a leading comedian.
Drew Barrymore: Once a child star, Barrymore faced addiction and other personal issues but made a successful comeback with “The Wedding Singer” in 1998.
Paula Abdul: Abdul was a pop star and choreographer who faced setbacks due to a plane crash injury that affected her career. However, she revived her popularity as a judge on “American Idol.”
Shania Twain: After a significant hiatus due to vocal issues caused by Lyme disease, Twain returned to music in 2017 with the album “Now.”
Rob Lowe: After a scandal in the ’90s, Lowe’s career struggled, but he rebounded with acclaimed roles on series like “The West Wing” and “Parks and Recreation.”
Mandy Moore: After early success in music and film, Moore’s career slowed, but she made a significant comeback with voice work in “Tangled” and “This Is Us.”
Christian Slater: Slater found fame in the ’80s and ’90s but then faced various legal troubles. He has since made a return to television, taking on significant roles in series like “Mr. Robot.”