From a cult to Hollywood royalty: Joaquin Phoenix, the star who has overcome it all | Culture

From a cult to Hollywood royalty: Joaquin Phoenix, the star who has overcome it all | Culture

Joaquin Phoenix’s life has always been unconventional. Born in Puerto Rico, the 50-year-old actor was raised by parents, Arlyn and John Lee Bottom, who shared a strong countercultural spirit. The couple met while hitchhiking, married soon after, and, disillusioned with American politics, left California to explore South America. There, they raised their five children — … Read more