The weight of her massive celebrity status, as well as her extremely unconventional upbringing as the daughter of legendary Debbie Reynolds, have all been common knowledge which Fisher utilized during her writing career; both the one woman show and autobiography Wishful Drinking chronicled the actress’ ups and downs in the limelight.
Over the years, Carrie Fisher had been widely known for her quick wit in the face of Hollywood’s ugly side.
The actress has also been a major advocate for mental health issues, helping to destigmatize the need for regular counseling and medication for those with chemical imbalances.