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Olympic hopeful Houston McTear’s life became a cautionary tale after his potential was cut short by homelessness. Falling into drug use after being unable to participate in the 1980 Olympics, he lived on the beaches of Santa Monica for three years before receiving the help he needed to rebuild his life.
Brett Butler
Brett Butler, a well-renowned actress, faced homelessness due to a long battle with drug addiction despite achieving success on television. After years in rehab and intermittent work, she found herself in a homeless shelter. Despite her hardships, she has attempted to return to the limelight through new projects.