A week after Anne Heche's tragic car crash, the actress was pronounced legally dead at age 53. Heche's life and career were filled with ups and downs, but ultimately, she proved herself over and over again to be a star of resilience and determination.

Between her high-profile relationship with Ellen DeGeneres and her open struggles with mental health, Heche was a trailblazer who talked about sexuality and mental illness decades before it was acceptable to do so. Her many credits are as varied and unique as her life, spanning everything from horror to adventure, drama, and comedy. Below are some of Heche's most memorable roles in both film and television.