Mel Gibson is an Australian-American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter known for his roles in action films like "Mad Max" and "Lethal Weapon," as well as directing and starring in historical dramas such as "Braveheart," which won him the Academy Award for Best Director. While a successful figure in Hollywood, his career has also been marked by controversies, including accusations of antisemitism and domestic violence, leading to significant public backlash and impacting his professional opportunities.