About the book
From stardom to struggle--discover the untold stories of Hollywood's brightest child stars.
They lit up the screen with charm and talent, but behind the spotlight, their lives were far from picture-perfect. Growing Pains explores the real stories of child actors whose fame came with a heavy price.
From Shirley Temple and Mickey Rooney to Judy Garland, Patty Duke, Hayley Mills, River Phoenix, Jodie Foster, Drew Barrymore, and more--this book reveals how Hollywood shaped their childhoods, careers, and futures. Some went on to thrive, others struggled with addiction, loss, or fading stardom, but all were forever marked by the industry that made them famous.
Moving, raw, and unforgettable, Growing Pains pulls back the curtain on the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight.
Editions of Growing Pains
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781592115884
Read an Excerpt
From stardom to struggle--discover the untold stories of Hollywood's brightest child stars.
They lit up the screen with charm and talent, but behind the spotlight, their lives were far from picture-perfect. Growing Pains explores the real stories of child actors whose fame came with a heavy price.
From Shirley Temple and Mickey Rooney to Judy Garland, Patty Duke, Hayley Mills, River Phoenix, Jodie Foster, Drew Barrymore, and more--this book reveals how Hollywood shaped their childhoods, careers, and futures. Some went on to thrive, others struggled with addiction, loss, or fading stardom, but all were forever marked by the industry that made them famous.
Moving, raw, and unforgettable, Growing Pains pulls back the curtain on the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Growing Pains about?
From stardom to struggle--discover the untold stories of Hollywood's brightest child stars.
They lit up the screen with charm and talent, but behind the spotlight, their lives were far from picture-perfect. Growing Pains explores the real stories of child actors whose fame came with a heavy price.
From Shirley Temple and Mickey Rooney to Judy Garland, Patty Duke, Hayley Mills, River Phoenix, Jodie Foster, Drew Barrymore, and more--this book reveals how Hollywood shaped their childhoods, careers, and futures. Some went on to thrive, others struggled with addiction, loss, or fading stardom, but all were forever marked by the industry that made them famous.
Moving, raw, and unforgettable, Growing Pains pulls back the curtain on the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Growing Pains?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Memoirs
Where can I read a sample of Growing Pains?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781592115884
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Growing Pains?
Aubrey Malone
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Growing Pains is available as paperback(ISBN 9781592115884)
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