Carrie Fisher was an American actress, writer, and comedian. She is best known for her iconic role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars franchise. Fisher was born into a showbiz family and began her acting career at a young age. In addition to her acting work, she gained recognition for her witty and candid writing, including the semi-autobiographical novel 'Postcards from the Edge'. Fisher was also an advocate for mental health awareness and openly discussed her struggles with bipolar disorder and addiction.