Demi Moore, born Demi Gene Guynes in 1962, overcame a traumatic childhood marked by abuse, alcoholism, and instability. Her mother, Virginia, was alcoholic and once traded Demi to a man who assaulted her. Demi discovered at 13 that her stepfather wasn’t her biological father and later left home to live with her grandmother.
She dropped out of high school to pursue modeling and acting, landing roles in General Hospital, St. Elmo’s Fire, and Ghost. By 1995, she was Hollywood’s highest-paid actress for Striptease.
Demi married three times and had three daughters with Bruce Willis. Her memoir Inside Out revealed her struggles and healing journey. She grew distant from daughter Tallulah during her marriage to Ashton Kutcher but later reconciled. Today, Demi shares a strong bond with her children and supports her blended family, including Bruce Willis, through his health challenges.
If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out to a mental health resource.