Top 30 Stars Who Rescued Their Careers – Video

You can’t keep these stars down! Welcome to WatchMojo, where today we’re counting down our picks for the top 30 most amazing celebrity comeback stories – even if those stars later faced further controversy or had setbacks. Our countdown of stars who saved their careers includes some familiar faces such as Eddie Murphy, Dave Chappelle, Eminem, Robert Downey Jr., Joaquin Phoenix, and more!

One of the most inspiring comeback stories on our list is that of Eddie Murphy, who enjoyed enormous success throughout the 80s and 90s before facing a series of career setbacks in the late 90s and early 2000s. Despite some less successful films, Murphy eventually rebounded with the critically acclaimed “Dolemite is my Name” and his hosting of SNL in 2019 drew its biggest TV crowd in over 10 years, earning him an Emmy.

Another remarkable comeback is that of Robert Downey Jr., who was heralded as one of the best actors of his generation before his publicized substance abuse issues led to a decline in his career in the 90s. However, Downey pulled off a historic comeback in the 2000s with films like “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” and his iconic role as Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, solidifying him as an icon of the big screen once again.

These are just a few examples of the incredible resilience and talent of these stars who refused to let setbacks define them. Which story did you find the most uplifting? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to watch more great celebrity videos on WatchMojo and subscribe for more amazing content!