Not many actors successfully rebuilt their careers in the Eighties after losing it all, but George Peppard is one of them. We've all heard how the actor went from a classic, beloved Hollywood star to an ego-filled bad boy that no one wanted to work with. Peppard never steered away from talking about his downfall; he became the face of what happens when you get too big-headed.

One thing that stood out in Peppard's journey was his confidence. Even in interviews, his unwavering belief in rebuilding his life, especially with his talents, was always evident.

"I've learned that the most important thing in life is to stay true to yourself and your values," he once said during an interview. He might've lost himself while being on top of the world but returning to that place of hunger changed his life. His role as Hannibal Smith on The A-Team gave him a television career that was just as successful as his film career.

Peppard's advice to "Embrace failure and learn from it" is a powerful mantra. After a period of reflection, he acknowledged that his life had fallen apart and understood that the only way from rock bottom was up. The actor's confidence is a quality we can all cultivate in our lives.