Pioneered transformative method acting with extreme physical commitment and psychological depth.

Created indelible, complex anti-heroes through legendary collaborations with directors like Martin Scorsese.

Demonstrated unexpected longevity and range by reinventing himself as a successful deadpan comedic actor.

Diluted his elite dramatic prestige by appearing in a string of critically panned, low-effort comedies and B-movies.

Prone to relying on trademark mannerisms and self-parody when working with weaker material or direction.

Historically combative and notoriously uncooperative during press junkets and standard promotional interviews.

Revolutionized 1990s fashion by pioneering an unconventional aesthetic and sustaining multi-decade industry relevance.

Exceptional photographic versatility and innate ability to adapt seamlessly to diverse creative visions.

Shrewd commercial acumen, successfully transitioning from top-tier muse to designer, agency founder, and entrepreneur.

Vulnerability to high-profile tabloid scandals and temporary career fallout linked to substance abuse.

Endured lasting public criticism for symbolizing and verbally promoting unhealthy body-image standards.

Strict 'never complain, never explain' media policy historically left her narrative vulnerable to press sensationalism.