This Hollywood star’s real-life story is far more gripping than any of his movies
Andrew McCarthy was the quintessential 1980s teen idol, famous for films like *St. Elmo’s Fire* and *Pretty in Pink*. His disarming smile and quiet charm made him a poster boy for a generation, yet he felt unprepared for sudden fame, saying attention made him “recoil.” His rapid rise began after being expelled from NYU. He…