Anne Heche died on August 12 at 53 after a car accident on August 5.

She was born on May 25, 1969, to a Baptist choir director and a homemaker.

Her first television role was on the day-time soap, "Another World." in 1987.

Her some great movies like "Volcano," "I Know What You Did Last Summer," "Six Days, Seven Nights," and "Psycho."

By the time of her death, Heche could attribute more than 80 acting credits to her name, helping her amass a fortune valued at $4 million.

But Heche did not achieve the same financial success as other mega-rich Hollywood actors.

She used her platform and wealth to improve the lives of others.

She supported different charities and foundations like

Cure Duchenne, Race to Erase MS, and Stand Up To Cancer.