These Celebrities Caused The Downfall of Their Own Careers

Mel Gibson

Actor Mel Gibson, known for films like What Women Want, Signs, and Braveheart. However, allegations from his ex-wife came out saying that he was physically and verbally abusive. Several of his past partners have filed restraining orders against him. He also suffers from alcoholism and manic depression. After the initial abuse allegations came out, Hollywood stopped casting him.

A Triple Threat

Gibson had a truly prolific career in Hollywood. He was around every corner, in every film you could think of, and had many credits across projects. He directed, produced, and acted in nearly anything he had a hand in, and he had one of the industry's most promising careers. If only his personal life was a little cleaner.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.