1. Britney Spears
Britney’s 2007 breakdown, shaving her head, attacking paparazzi, and multiple rehab stints made headlines around the world. The pop princess was mocked and criticized, leading to a court-ordered conservatorship that lasted over a decade. Fans questioned whether she’d ever return.
But her recent freedom sparked a global #FreeBritney movement. Today, she’s reclaiming her narrative, but her career almost didn’t survive.