10 actors who gave up fame to lead completely normal lives
We often think that fame and money will give us what we want the most: happiness, but we couldn't be more wrong. It is not about earning more or having five houses spread around the world, but about finding something that you are passionate about and making it a way of life.
Many will think that it is an idyllic thought and that money can give you happiness. Today we bring you a list of celebrities who gave up their fame in order to lead a normal life and were much happier in this way.
Actors who wanted a normal life and they got it
1- Meg Ryan
One of the most beloved actresses in the world decided to stay away from fame after divorcing her husband in 2001.
2- Taylor Momsen
She was the fashionable actress in the first decade of the 21st century thanks to the success of her Gossip Girl series. However, Momsen gave up fame in 2011 to pursue music. She doesn't want fame, she just wants to get to be someone with her band The Pretty Reckless. Still keep trying.
3- Sean Connery
Popular actor Sean Connery retired from acting in 2003, following the premiere of his movie The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, as he wanted a quiet and normal life away from the spotlight.
4- Shirley Temple
In 1967, when she was just 39 years old, Shirley Temple gave up everything Hollywood had given her. She quit acting and focused her career on being a United Nations Ambassador.
5- Brian Wilson
The Beach Boys singer gave up his career and fame for more than 30 years to try to recover from his drug addiction and mental problems.
6- Greta Garbo
In 1941, when she was only 36 years old, Greta Garbo announced her retirement as she said she did not feel comfortable being the center of attention.
7- John Hughes
He dedicated himself to living a normal life in Chicago and completely forgetting his success in movies like The Club of the Five.
8- Cary Grant
The popular heartthrob gave up his career in 1965 as he wanted to be a full-time father.
9- Freddie Prinze, Jr
The actor announced his retirement in 2003. The reason? He was not comfortable acting and wanted to dedicate himself completely to his family.
10- Terrence Malick
One of the geniuses behind the movie The Tree of Life decided to retire to live on his ranch in Texas with his family.
As you can see, fame and money did not give them what they were looking for and they decided to change their life completely. If you are not happy with your life ... What are you waiting for to change it?
