Ricki Lake was homeless after achieving Hollywood success in her 20s: ‘I was really devastated’ Posted by | Oct 10, 2024 | Red Pill NOWlej | 0 | Ricki Lake revealed she experienced homelessness after rising to fame with a role in “Hairspray.” Lake was 18 while filming the ’80s classic. Read More in FOX News. Read More in Red Pill NOWlej.