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MC Hammer, a prominent Hip-Hop star of the '90s, saw a rapid rise followed by an equally steep fall. Despite winning multiple Grammy Awards and enjoying a lavish lifestyle, including a $30 million mansion, he became overindebted as music trends shifted. His lavish spending led him to declare bankruptcy and, ultimately, he managed to rebuild his life by re-entering the music scene on a modest scale.
Jan Michael Vincent
Jan Michael Vincent, once Hollywood's heartthrob, faced a life dominated by addiction and misfortune. He became notorious for his substance abuse and legal troubles throughout the late '70s and '80s. After a series of severe accidents and illnesses, including the amputation of a leg, Vincent was forced into seclusion and homelessness before his passing at the age of 74.