Carrie Fisher

Carrie Fisher (1956–2016) was an American actress, screenwriter, and author best known for playing Princess Leia in the Star Wars films and for her candid writing about addiction and mental illness.

Debbie Reynolds: Debbie Reynolds was an American actress, singer, and dancer whose films included Singin' in the Rain. Fisher was Reynolds's daughter, and their complicated relationship became central to the documentary Bright Lights.
Princess Leia: Princess Leia is a leader of the Rebel Alliance in the Star Wars franchise. Fisher's defining screen role made Leia an enduring figure in popular culture.
Postcards from the Edge: Postcards from the Edge is Carrie Fisher's 1987 novel about an actress recovering from drug addiction. Fisher drew on personal experience to write this semi-autobiographical novel.
Bipolar disorder: Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition involving episodes of depression and mania or hypomania. Fisher spoke publicly about living with bipolar disorder, challenging stigma through humor and memoir.
Eddie Fisher: Eddie Fisher was an American singer and actor who rose to fame in the 1950s. He was Fisher's father and a major figure in the family story she later wrote about.
When Harry Met Sally...: When Harry Met Sally... is a 1989 romantic comedy directed by Rob Reiner. Fisher played Marie, whose sharp observations anchor several of the film's comic scenes.
The Princess Diarist: The Princess Diarist is Carrie Fisher's 2016 memoir about her Star Wars years. Fisher revisited her early fame and disclosed her affair with Harrison Ford.
Substance use disorder: Substance use disorder is a condition marked by persistent use of a substance despite harmful consequences. Fisher wrote openly about addiction and recovery, especially in Postcards from the Edge.
George Lucas: George Lucas is an American filmmaker who created the Star Wars franchise. Lucas cast Fisher as Leia and directed her in the original Star Wars film.
The Blues Brothers: The Blues Brothers is a 1980 musical comedy film directed by John Landis. Fisher played the unnamed Mystery Woman, a former fiancée pursuing Jake Blues.

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Mark HamillRelated: Fisher played Leia opposite Hamill’s Luke across the original Star Wars trilogy.