Dempsey struggled to overcome dyslexia

Hollywood heartthrob Patrick Dempsey almost quit acting before he landed his comeback role in hit TV series 'Grey's Anatomy' - because he was fed up with losing parts as a result of his dyslexia.

The actor made a name for himself in the 1980s starring in movies like 'Loverboy' and 'Can't Buy Me Love', but his career faltered in the 1990s and he found himself constantly looking for his next big role.