Top 20 celebrities who went bankrupt after getting famous

Modified Nov 12, 2024 12:56 ET

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16) Kelly Rutherford

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Kelly Rutherford, the Gossip Girl actress, filed for bankruptcy in 2013, largely due to financial strain caused by her divorce and an ongoing international custody battle.

These legal battles drained her resources, with mounting legal fees and child support payments taking a toll. While she had a steady career in television, the financial burden was significant.

Media attention focused on Rutherford's bankruptcy case, often linking her personal struggles to the challenges many celebrities face in the aftermath of high-profile divorces. Despite these difficulties, she continued to act in movies and TV shows, demonstrating resilience in the face of her financial troubles.

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