Alicia Keys
A childhood in Hell's Kitchen, New York and an absent father didn't stop her becoming a chart-topping singer and pianist.

From a childhood in poverty and being looked after by his sister to one of today's most sought-after writers.

Crushed by the pressure of her soaring teenage tennis career, she bounced back to become stronger that ever.

After years in care as a child he decided he'd had enough hassle and studied drama to become one of TV's most popular faces.

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