Winona Ryder-Mel Gibson Was Anti-Semitic, Homophobic 15 Years Ago

After making an indelible impression as a morose teen outcast in Beetlejuice, Winona Ryder became the dream girl of Gen X slackers with her starring turns in Heathers, EdwardScissorhands and Reality Bites. Her vulnerability and natural talent won over directors onscreen – and hunky actors (Johnny Depp,Matt Damon) offscreen. 

But in 2001, the waifish beauty fell from her pedestal when she wascaught stealing from Saks Fifth Avenue. The controversy exposed herpsychological instability and extensive use of painkillers. Her much-publicized trial left a "Free Winona" T-shirt imprinted on pop culture. 

After retreating from the spotlight for five years, the twice Oscar-nominated actress made buzzworthy turns as Spock's mom in Star Trek and a cracked prima ballerina in Black Swan.

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