Stars who were diagnosed with schizophrenia

Clara Bow - Clara Bow was one of the most successful and celebrated film actresses who became a star during the silent era of the 1920s and extended her stardom into the field of talkies.

Clara Bow - Later in life, however, she began to show symptoms of severe depression and paranoia, and was diagnosed with schizophrenia.

Isaac Newton - Sir Isaac Newton was one of the most famous and important scientists and mathematicians in history.

Isaac Newton - Historians and medical professionals who have meticulously studied his letters and notes have retroactively diagnosed Newton with paranoid schizophrenia.

Syd Barrett - Famous for being a founding member of the classic rock band Pink Floyd, Syd Barrett's life and career were tragic and tumultuous.

Syd Barrett - Amid widespread speculation regarding Barrett's schizophrenic behavior and excessive drug use, he was ousted from the band after the release of their debut record.

Veronica Lake - Veronica Lake was a highly successful actress in the 1940s, and was especially renowned for her starring roles in noir films.

Veronica Lake - Unfortunately, her struggles with schizophrenia and alcoholism caused her career to decline and fizzle by the end of the decade.

Jim Gordon - Jim Gordon's successful career as a drummer who played alongside the likes of Eric Clapton ended tragically in 1983.

Jim Gordon - The musician stabbed his mother to death in what was later ruled a psychotic episode caused by severe yet somehow previously undiagnosed paranoid schizophrenia.

John Nash - The inspiration for 2001's Oscar winning film 'A Beautiful Mind,' mathematician and champion of game theory John Nash suffered from schizophrenia throughout his life.

John Nash - Although he was haunted by crippling paranoid conspiracies, Nash's genius and dedication won him numerous prestigious prizes throughout his career.

Roky Erickson - Roky Erickson, guitarist and founder of the 1960s psychedelic rock band the 13th Floor Elevators, suffered a psychotic break on stage in 1968.

Roky Erickson - After this highly publicized event, he was quickly diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia and underwent numerous sessions of involuntary electroshock therapy sessions.

Daniel Johnston - A truly singular American songwriter who amassed a loyal and adoring cult following during his career.

Daniel Johnston - Daniel Johnston famously struggled with severe bouts of depression and incessant fits of schizophrenia throughout his troubled life.