8 Child Actors Corrupted by Fame

People often don’t know what to do with massive amounts of fame and wealth, especially if they’re just kids. It’s true that these young movie and TV stars have been living their best life, but some of them have absolutely gone off the deep end.

Let’s see what money and drugs can do to youngsters in Hollywood.

1. Mara Wilson

Mara Wilson was the face of childhood in unforgettable movies like Matilda and Mrs. Doubtfire. But growing up in Hollywood was too tough for her. Wilson had dealt with a lot of pressure which resulted in mental health issues. The actress took a break to focus on her well-being and education, and now she’s back, advocating for mental health and doing cool stuff in the entertainment business.

2. Macaulay Culkin

The Home Alone star, Macaulay Culkin, is quite infamous for wasting his childhood and teenage years. He became a huge deal in the ’90s with his funny antics. But fame got to him as well. He got hooked on drugs and had a huge falling out with his family. Culkin took an extended break from acting, but now he’s back, sober, and making a comeback in Hollywood. You can catch Macaulay on American Horror Story and follow him on social media for more funny shenanigans.

3. Amanda Bynes

Amanda Bynes was a rising star in the 2000s, but life decided to make things tough for her. DUIs, mental health issues, and setting fire to driveways — that’s crazy! Fortunately, Bynes got the help she needed and has been steadily improving her mental health for years to finally make a comeback in acting. Can she pull this off? We’ll see!