Carrie Frances Fisher (October 21, 1956 – December 27, 2016) was an American actress and writer, best known for her iconic role as Princess Leia Organa in the Star Wars films. Born into showbiz, the daughter of singer Eddie Fisher and actress Debbie Reynolds, Carrie grew up surrounded by fame. By her late teens, she was already stepping into the spotlight herself.
In 1973, she appeared on stage in the Broadway revival of Irene alongside her mother. She briefly studied acting at London’s Central School of Speech and Drama, refining the wit and expressiveness that would define her performances.
Fisher’s film debut came with a small but memorable role in Shampoo (1975), directed by Hal Ashby and starring Warren Beatty and Goldie Hawn. She was only 18 and already turning heads in Hollywood for her sharp humor and screen presence.
But everything changed in 1977, when she was cast as Princess Leia Organa in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. Leia’s intelligence, defiance, and regal poise instantly made her a pop culture icon. Fisher’s now-famous cinnamon-bun hairstyle and white gown became symbols of sci-fi royalty. The film’s massive success thrust her into global fame almost overnight.
After Star Wars, Fisher found herself navigating the double-edged sword of celebrity. She reprised Leia in The Empire Strikes Back (filmed in 1979, released in 1980). Behind the scenes, she struggled with the pressures of fame and her growing dependence on drugs — a battle she later addressed candidly in her memoirs.
Still, her sharp wit and fearless honesty made her beloved in Hollywood circles. She developed a reputation as one of the funniest, most self-aware young stars of the era.
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