23. T.J. Miller
T.J. Miller exploded as the breakout comic relief in HBO’s *Silicon Valley*, voicing characters in *How to Train Your Dragon* and stealing scenes in *Deadpool*. His wild energy and quick wit had executives lining up voice-over deals, stand-up specials, and live-action comedies that positioned him as the next big multi-hyphenate comedy star.
In 2018, a former college classmate accused Miller of sexual assault (he denied it), followed by a bizarre fake bomb-threat incident on a train. He was recast in *How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World* and dropped from high-profile gigs. What looked like a comedy empire in the making collapsed into minor roles and podcast appearances.
