The Real Reason Why Meg Ryan's Career Was Destroyed

There was a time when Hollywood couldn’t get enough of Meg Ryan. She was the original queen of rom-coms and was a constant feature in movies of that genre.

She’s been in some all-time classic romantic comedies, from Sleepless in Seattle to When Harry Met Sally. After all, who could forget her fake orgasm deli scene in the latter? It's got to be one of the most iconic of the genre.

Sadly, the former leading lady's time in Tinseltown has seen better days. Why did her career come to such an abrupt end? There has been various speculation over the years. We have a theory on the real reason Meg Ryan’s career was destroyed. Watch the video to find out!

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Bad box office | 0:00
Blockbuster rentals | 1:22
Personal drama | 1:54
The fame game | 2:55
Never met your dad | 3:29
Out of Hollywood | 4:06

[xiesalicaceae]

Meg Ryan, I will always be grateful for When Harry Met Sally, Sleepless in Seattle, and You've Got Mail. These are three of my favorite films that I never tire of rewatching. Thank you for these classics! Glad you are enjoying your life outside of Hollywood.

[RWRogers]

You say everyone’s careers has been destroyed but I don’t believe that’s always the case. Many of these LEAVE Hollywood and walk away on their own. Meg Ryan I believe is one of those. She’s super talented, beautiful, powerful, and surrounded by all the Hollywood powerhouses, as well as being a producer herself. She could easily make more movies and do nearly anything. I believe she has aged and is wanting to relax some and enjoy some peace. There’s not always drama and controversy and conspiracies.

[cazpk]

Fame is not important. As long as she is healthy and happy we are happy for her.

[Mbq-shbj]

When you've made enough money to live comfortably and all that awaits you is mass media gossip, tired, predictable scripts, and time away from family, why would ANYONE want to stay in show biz?

[anjishnu]

An incredibly talented actress whose movie career has already spanned four decades. She's worked amazingly hard all these years to deliver such amazing movies. She deserves to be praised for who she is, what she has done for the industry and also be respected for living an unadvertised personal life.

[stevewallschlaeger]

I love her in each and every role I saw her in. I think I have seen almost all of them even as the world spins.i remember the burger King ads too. she's just adorable. didn't see DOA or rich and famous. seen all the rest. I respect her because there was always a lesson in all of her movies. something to emulate or something to learn from and to avoid being. I think she is an awesome actress. she is private she is real and I really wish people would let go of comments on changes to her appearance. some are so obnoxious and mean. she is awesome and should not have to endure such ridicule. whatever was made at the box office isnt at all a reflection of her acting. she is believable and downright fantastic in each and every role. never holds back and constantly gives her best. who can ask for anything more. Meg you're great and I hop we you are well

[sandy-kekr]

I can't believe they didn't mention the real reason her career was destroyed.  Meg Ryan had a beautiful and innocent looking face, it was part of her charm.  She decide to have Botox or something done, which made her look very different.  She didn't even look like herself anymore.  I remember the first time I saw her on TV, after she had her face done,   I kept looking at her, wondering what had happened.  This is what really killed her career, everything else that was mentioned in this video, was overlooked by her fans.  I don't know why the media and Meg Ryan like to pretend that this isn't so, but it is.  I think if she ever decides to talk about it, people will relate to her and be more accepting of the difference in her face.

[crumbsies]

I love Meg Ryan.. always have and always will.

[kayepullen]

I still adore Meg Ryan. She’s a terrific actress!

[tinatina]

You can't hold back the years. Age gracefully with no surgery, if you are a good actress you will never be short of roles

[rajendran]

Meg ryan is right about Social Media. It jus blows things out of proportion.

[RachelSolomusic]

The “box office flops” mentioned in this clip - “Hanging Up” in particular, “In the Land of Women”, and “In The Cut” - are actually all good and very different movies, I’d recommend seeing them if you haven’t!

[daisymaefrench]

To be honest, I didn't even recognize her. What a shame that she felt she had to do that to herself.

[iVenge]

Plastic surgery does not work.We are not there yet. Everyone can see this, yet these people still get it done. In 20 years we are going to look back on the procedures done today and ask what the hell these people were thinking getting their faces mangled up like this.

[larsludvigsen]

Im sorry, but I think her bad plastic surgery prevents her from a lot of roles, because it's so apparent. I mean its worse than Nicole Kidman

[charminglady]

Maybe she stopped, because the romantic comedy genre is truly too crude for her. I mean I don't watch rom-com anymore. Because they're not funny and they're not romantic. She is old school, so it's one of those things where maybe she just wants to step away from Hollywood now. It's okay to retire gracefully.

I mean no one wants a sweet love story anymore, the closest thing is Hallmark or other made-for-tv movies on Lifetime.

[elsaguerra]

I love and still love Meg Ryan. I don't care about the surgeries. I am a loyal fan and will remain so.

[kimknecht]

She gave us much joy and laughter in her movies…French Kiss is one of my all time faves, and now it’s time to give her all to herself and her family! Good for you, Meg!

[delusionsofgrandeur]

Awe, she really was SO cute.. lesson ladies- don’t dice up your face.

[pp]

It’s so sad to be a woman in an industry that mandates youth