13 Legendary Facts About Carrie Fisher

Carrie Fisher is one of the actresses who will always be famous, no matter what. I guess that’s what happens when you land an iconic role in one of history’s greatest film series. But there’s so much more to Carrie than Princess Leia or the Star Wars film series. Even if you’ve never seen the films, there’s no denying Fisher’s talent as a performer. So, without further adieu, here are are a few facts that make up the life and times of Carrie Fisher. 

1. Her father is popular singer Eddie Fisher, and her mother is actress Debbie Reynolds. 

There’s no doubt about the fact that performing was in her blood. 

2. Her father left her mother for Elizabeth Taylor.

Carrie’s parents divorced when she was just two, and her father pursued a relationship with his ex-wife’s best friend. 

3. She left school to join her mother on the road.

She even appeared on Broadway with her mother in 1973. 

4. She landed her first film role in 1975’s Shampoo. 

She starred alongside the likes of Goldie Hawn and Warren Beatty.