Some intriguing facts about the worldwide celebrity Mel Gibson

The prominent actor, director and producer Mel Gibson 66 years old. During his influential career he managed to reach a huge recognition and meanwhile to lose it because of his strange and unacceptable behavior.
Here are some facts about the popular star that maybe are unknown to many people.
1. He bacame an actor thanks to his sister

At first, Mel did not even imagine to become an actor. He tried to enter the faculty of journalism. But when her sister noticed his talent she decided to act secretly. She sent a petition to the acting department of the Australian National Institute of Dramatic Arts. And Mel had no way but to risk and participate in audition and he surely succeded.
2. The first famous role after a fight in a bar

For the action movie »Mad Max» it was needed a brutal character which was the perfect match for Gibson. Moreover, he had drunk and had a fight the day before the casting and his appearance was the right look the director wanted. When shot began, the marks from the beating were still very visible. As a result, «Mad Max» became the most booming Australian film, and Mel Gibson became well-known in the world.
3. «Oscar for Braveheart»

In 1990, the star tried himself in other areas. He established his filming company and showed his skills as a director. His most fantastic movie was «Braveheart» which brought him an Oscar for Best Director and also 4 more nominations.
4. The main outcast of Hollywood

Mel Gibson created an incredible acting career in Hollywood in a very short time and just as rapidy failed. His stardom was lost because of drinking and appearring in many awkward situations. Then he more than once amazed the audience with his views about religion and racism. So because of all his controversial statements, one of the most eminent actors suddenly became the main outcast in Hollywood. He was rejected by many directors and companies. His family condition also ruined his professional name.

5. Dad of 9 children and disloyal partner

From his first marriage the celebrity had seven children. For a long time he was considered an ideal fatehr and companion for his woman. But suddenly there was news that the couple had divorced. A few days later, the actor appeared in public with his new lady Russian pianist Oksana Grigoryeva. The new couple had a daughter, but soon they broke up. The girl blamed him of assault, which completely affected on the fame of the actor. He lost all his popularity.

6. Reganing the fame

His fate proves the fact that after every fall there can be another rise, and from the ashes you can rise like a Phoenix. Mel Gibson again made the whole world talk about himself. He returned to cinema with a role in «A Beautiful Mind». His personal life is also calm and peaceful. Gibson continues to participate in many projects. So it was too early to think his career was ended.