Born behind bars, destined for the spotlight: The rise of a Hollywood icon.

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The betrayal was devastating.

A source close to her said: “Her only concern has always been taking care of her brother.” Her mother responded with a countersuit, claiming she had made sacrifices to support her daughter’s career and alleging they had a “contract” that obligated financial support indefinitely. She even accused her daughter of physical violence—claims that were quickly dismissed and never substantiated.

The emotional turmoil was enormous. She wasn’t fighting for money. She wasn’t fighting for revenge. She was fighting for truth—and for her brother. The case dragged on into 2012, a painful period filled with depositions, legal statements, and intrusive press coverage.

Finally, a judge ruled in her favor, declaring there was no binding agreement, that her mother had misused funds, and that she held no legal or ethical obligation to continue such financial support. But even then, she never asked for the misspent money back. She just wanted peace. And she earned it.

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