Celebrities who have written amazing memoirs

Michelle Obama 'Becoming' - The former First Lady got candid about her personal life, American politics, and the demands of fame in her recently released memoir 'Becoming.' While Michelle Obama was beloved by many during her husbands time in office, the fierce leader and activist continues to make an impact internationally.

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Jessica Alba: ‘The Honest Life’ - ‘The Honest Life’ is a welcoming book about wellness and self-care.

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Jay-Z: ‘Decoded’ - ‘Decoded’ is half memoir, half songbook. Pick it up for revealing insight into Jay’s musical, and personal, life.

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Ellen DeGeneres - ‘My Point... And I Do Have One’ - DeGeneres filled her memoir with razor-sharp wit, as well as honest observations on her hilarious life.

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Aziz Ansari: ‘Modern Romance’ - ‘Modern Romance’ is both hilarious and eye-opening, with a focus on finding love in the 21st century.

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Carrie Fisher: ‘Wishful Drinking’ - ‘Wishful Drinking’ is a moving memoir about Carrie Fisher’s life.

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Ozzy Osbourne: ’I Am Ozzy’ -

The Black Sabbath singer told his life story with ‘I Am Ozzy,’ a book bursting with personal stories and struggles.

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Dolly Parton: ‘Dolly: My Life and Other Unfinished Business’ - Parton kept her private business very private in this memoir. However, she still squeezes out some amazing personal tales.

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Kevin Hart: ‘I Can’t Make This Up’ - Hart is one of Hollywood’s biggest stand-up comedians. ‘I Can’t Make This Up’ is a revealing memoir about childhood and professional comedy.

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Drew Barrymore: ‘Little Girl Lost’ - Barrymore was just 15 when ‘Little Girl Lost’ hit the bookshelves. The memoir discussed her success, as well as her early addiction to drugs.

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Tina Fey: ‘Bossy Pants’ - ‘Bossy Pants’ has sold nearly four million copies, and it’s clear to see why. It’s a bold book from one of the funniest people in show business.

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Muhammad Ali: ‘The Soul of a Butterfly’ - Ali wrote this memoir with his daughter. ‘The Soul of a Butterfly’ takes on big topics like love, family, and integrity.

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Mindy Kaling: ‘Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns)’ - Kaling kept things funny with this essay collection. It’s overflowing with comical commentary of love and friendship.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger: ‘Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story’ - With ‘Total Recall,' Schwarzenegger told his life story in larger-than-life style.

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Patti Smith: ‘Just Kids’ - ‘Just Kids’ is an essential memoir. It details Smith’s relationship with photographer Robert Mapplethorpe.

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Keith Richards: ‘Life’ - ‘Life’ is a great recap on the life of Keith Richards, solo star and Rolling Stones guitarist.

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Issa Rae: ‘The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl’ - The ‘Insecure’ star has penned an amazing collection of essays.

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Michael J. Fox: ‘Lucky Man’ - The star of ‘Back to the Future’ kept things serious in ‘Lucky Man.' The memoir discusses how Fox lived with Parkinson’s disease in secret.

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Priscilla Presley: ‘Elvis and Me’ - This is a revealing memoir that details Priscilla’s six-year marriage to Elvis Presley.

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Bruce Springsteen: ‘Born to Run’ - Springsteen spent around nine years writing ‘Born to Run,' a memoir jam-packed with personal anecdotes and show business stories.

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Lauren Bacall: ‘By Myself’ - The Hollywood star opened up in 1979, writing one of the most-celebrated memoirs ever.

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Rob Delaney: ‘Mother. Wife. Sister. Human. Warrior. Falcon. Yardstick. Turban. Cabbage.’ - Delaney’s memoir is hilarious, focusing on topics like parenthood and substance abuse.

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Katharine Hepburn: 'Me’ - Hepburn was a fierce star of Hollywood. ‘Me’ details everything from family life to her affair with Spencer Tracy.

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Trevor Noah: ‘Born a Crime’ - ‘The Daily Show’ host details his tough upbringing in South Africa, as well as his recent reflections on society.

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Lena Dunham: ‘Not That Kind of Girl’ - This essay collection ties together jokes and devastating stories.

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Richard Pryor: ‘Pryor Convictions’ - Richard is a stand-up legend, but ‘Pryor Convictions’ keeps things pretty serious. The memoir discusses his drug use, past marriages, and his struggle with MS.

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Mia Farrow: ‘What Falls Away’ - The actress used this memoir to talk about Woody Allen, specifically his relationship with her adopted daughter.

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Tab Hunter: ‘Tab Hunter Confidential’ - ‘Tab Hunter Confidential’ is a great memoir from a former Hollywood heartthrob.

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Tina Turner: ‘I, Tina’ - Turner Turner told all in this memoir, including her tortured relationship with ex-husband Ike Turner.

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Steve Martin: ‘Born Standing Up’ - Steve Martin’s memoir discusses his early days as a Disneyland employee, and follows his steady rise to fame.

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Simone Biles: ‘Courage to Soar’ - Even for a US athlete, Biles is an overachiever. She’s a three-time world all-around champion, and ‘Courage to Soar’ is a great explanation of how she did it.

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Rosie Perez: ‘Handbook for an Unpredictable Life’ - This "handbook" features Perez discussing her tough childhood.

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Johnny Cash: ‘Cash’ - With ‘Cash,’ the legendary singer told his story in the clearest terms possible.

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Anna Kendrick: ‘Scrappy Little Nobody’ - Kendrick’s memoir builds on her hilarious Twitter tales.

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Anthony Kiedis: ‘Scar Tissue’ - In ‘Scar Tissue,' Kiedis discusses his life as the front man of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

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Amy Poehler: ‘Yes Please’ - The ‘Parks and Recreation’ star did well with ‘Yes Please,' an honest and humorous memoir.

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Roger Ebert: ‘Life Itself’ -

This memoir was later turned into a hit documentary film. Read into the late Roger Ebert’s story.

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Kathy Griffin: ‘Official Book Club Selection’ - Griffin’s memoir is hilarious, a collection of stories about binge eating, family betrayal, and shots at fellow celebs.

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Chip and Joanna Gaines: ‘The Magnolia Story’ - The Gainses got famous on the reality show ‘Fixer Upper.' Their memoir is a rewarding report on how to start a successful business.

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Lauren Graham: ‘Talking as Fast as I Can’ - This essay collection is perfect for fans of ‘Gilmore Girls.'

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Janet Hubert: ‘Perfection is Not a Sitcom Mom’ - Janet Hubert was replaced by Daphne Maxwell Reid on ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.' This memoir dishes all.

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Courtney Robertson: ‘I Didn’t Come Here to Make Friends’ - Robertson is a past winner of ‘The Bachelor.' Her memoir is a delicious account from a reality show villain.

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Gabourey Sidibe: ‘This is Just My Face’ - Sidibe got her start in the film ‘Precious.’ This memoir is a touching reflection on her early life and recent realizations.

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Jane Fonda: ‘My Life So Far’ - Jane Fonda wrote this memoir in 2005, discussing her childhood and her controversial career.

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Brandi Glanville: ‘Drinking & Tweeting’ - Glanville got famous on ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.' Her memoir is a gripping insight into celebrity divorce and the business of reality TV.

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Taraji P. Henson: ‘Around the Way Girl’ - The star of ‘Empire’ offers some insight into pay disparity in Hollywood.

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Misty Copeland: ‘Life in Motion’ - Copeland is a trailblazer. She is the first African American principal ballerina at the American Ballet Theatre.

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Judy Greer: ‘I Don't Know What You Know Me From’ - Greer is a great actress who has lit up the screen in ‘Jurassic World’ and ‘Arrested Development.'

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Chelsea Handler: ‘Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea’ - The comedian got her laughs off with this best-selling memoir.

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Carol Burnett: ‘This Time Together: Laughter and Reflection’ - Burnett brought the laughs with this hilarious memoir.

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Anjelica Huston: ‘Watch Me’ - In ‘Watch Me,' Huston revealed stories about domestic abuse and her relationship with Jack Nicholson.

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Amy Schumer: ‘The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo’ - Schumer didn’t mince words with this memoir, which balances romantic stories with insights into her family and tough love.

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Shonda Rhimes: ‘Year of Yes’ - Rhimes has cocreated shows like ‘Scandal’ and ‘Grey’s Anatomy.' Her memoir is the key to making it in show business.

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Leah Remini: ‘Troublemaker’ - ‘Troublemaker’ alleges secrets about the Church of Scientology, which landed Remini in some hot water.

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Penny Marshall: ‘My Mother Was Nuts’ - Penny Marshall’s memoir shares stories from Hollywood, featuring Tom Hanks and Whitney Houston.

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Rue McClanahan: ‘My First Five Husbands’ - You know Mcclanahan from ‘The Golden Girls.' This memoir is a thoughtful account on the actress’s long life.

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Mike Birbiglia: ‘Sleepwalk With Me’ - Birbiglia isn’t an A-List star, but ‘Sleepwalk With Me’ is still a fascinating memoir. It focuses on the comedian’s struggle with sleepwalking.

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Carole Radziwill: ‘What Remains’ - ‘What Remains’ is a heartbreaking memoir, which details the writer’s loss of husband Anthony Radziwill.

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Margaret Cho: ‘I'm the One That I Want’ - Cho used this memoir to discuss her past addictions to drugs and alcohol.

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Phoebe Robinson: ‘You Can’t Touch My Hair’ -

The rising comedian has a winner with ‘You Can’t Touch My Hair,' a memoir which offers hilarious social commentary on America.

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Celebrities who have written amazing memoirs

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Celebrity news can come from some crazy places. Celebs know this, that's why so many have told their own stories in the form of a memoir. Celebrity memoirs go back years, but they aren't always... what's the word? Good? Here's a rundown of the best memoirs written by celebrities.