Inventing Troy Donahue - The Making of a Movie Star (hardback)

The book chronicles the dramatic rise and fall of Troy Donahue, who transitioned from a celebrated actor and Golden Globe winner in the early 1960s to a life of despair by 1971, marked by addiction and homelessness. It explores the stark contrasts in his life, highlighting the fleeting nature of fame and the personal struggles that led to his downfall. Through this narrative, readers gain insight into the pressures of stardom and the challenges faced by those in the entertainment industry.