Anna Nicole Smith, a small-town girl from Texas, dreamed of becoming famous. She caught the attention of oil tycoon J. Howard Marshall, who was 63 years her senior, and the two were married in 1994. The marriage was controversial and filled with accusations of gold-digging, as well as Smith's colorful public persona.
As she gained fame, Smith posed for Playboy and became a reality TV star on her own E! show, "The Anna Nicole Show." However, tragedy struck when Marshall died just over a year after their marriage. Smith began to unravel, turning to alcohol and prescription drug abuse to cope with her pain.
The media continued to follow her every move as her weight fluctuated drastically, earning her ridicule and concern from fans alike. She entered into a legal battle over Marshall's estate, which further fueled her downward spiral. In 2007, Smith was found dead in a Florida hotel room at the age of 39.
The movie Anna Nicole, released in 2013, tells the story of her rise to fame, her tumultuous personal life, and untimely death. Actress Agnes Bruckner portrays Smith, while Martin Landau plays J. Howard Marshall. The film garnered mixed reviews but was praised for its depiction of Smith's tragic struggles.