Jessica | Alba

Born in 1981 to a traditional military family, Jessica's childhood was defined by severe health struggles.

Jessica Alba ’s life is a story of transformation—from a "sick kid" isolated in hospital rooms to a Hollywood star and a billion-dollar business mogul. Early Life and Adversity jessica alba

: She suffered from partially collapsed lungs, asthma, and pneumonia four to five times a year. Born in 1981 to a traditional military family,

: Frequent hospitalizations and moving between military bases made it hard for her to form childhood friendships. jessica alba

Jessica's career began early, but she had to fight to move beyond being just a "sex symbol".