"People always ask me about life after childhood stardom. My only advice is to get these kids out of Hollywood and let them lead normal lives." —Corey Feldman A deeply personal Hollywood-survival story, Corey Feldman became a lovable child star by age ten and an international teen idol by fifteen. He is known for his roles in classic films like Gremlins, The Goonies, and Stand by Me. His off-screen life has been just as eventful, marked by high-profile relationships with stars such as Drew Barrymore and a close friendship with Michael Jackson. Alongside Corey Haim, he formed the popular duo "The Two Coreys," which led to immense success, including seven films and "Coreymania." In this brave memoir, Corey reveals the truth about his tumultuous past, which included physical, drug, and sexual abuse, a dysfunctional family from which he emancipated at fifteen, and multiple arrests for drug possession. After a nine-month rehab stint, he fought to reclaim his place in Hollywood. While Corey has managed to overcome many challenges and remains active as an actor and musician, he has faced significant loss, mourning seven friends and family members in one year, including Haim and Jackson. Following these tragedies, he has spoken out about the dark side of fame and advocated for better protections for children in the industry. His story is one of survival and redemption.
