Stars & Struggles
Welcome to Stars & Struggles, where we explore the mental health journeys of celebrities. Here, we shed light on the challenges faced by those in the spotlight, demonstrating that mental health issues don't discriminate. Through these stories, we aim to reduce stigma, inspire hope, and show that even our idols are human.
Queen Victoria's Melancholy: The Monarch's Battle with Clinical Depression
Discover Queen Victoria's struggle with clinical depression in her final years. Explore how mental health affected one of Britain's longest-reigning monarchs and 19th-century royal life.
Boxing and Blues: Mike Tyson's Battle with Depression and Severe Insecurities
Explore Mike Tyson's battle with depression and insecurities behind his boxing fame. Learn how this legendary heavyweight confronts mental health challenges in and out of the ring.
Musical Genius: Ray Charles' Battle with Clinical Depression
Explore how Ray Charles fought clinical depression while revolutionizing American music. Discover the impact of mental health on this musical genius's legendary career.
Comedy and Crisis: Mindy Kaling's Battle with Anxiety and Depression
Discover how Mindy Kaling manages anxiety and depression while creating hit comedies. Learn about this multi-talented star's approach to mental health in the entertainment industry.
Method and Melancholy: Marlon Brando's Battle with Depression
Explore Marlon Brando's struggle with depression behind his legendary acting career. Discover how this method acting pioneer channeled mental health challenges into powerful performances.
Hollywood Heartache: Richard Burton's Battle with Depression and Alcoholism
Discover Richard Burton's hidden battle with depression and alcoholism behind his Hollywood fame. Explore how this iconic actor coped with mental health challenges while building a legendary career.
Hollywood Heartthrob: Montgomery Clift's Tragic Struggle with Inner Demons
Explore Montgomery Clift's tragic struggle with inner demons behind his Hollywood fame. Discover how this 1950s heartthrob navigated mental health and addiction challenges in the film industry.
Hollywood's Sweetheart: Mary Pickford's Battle with Depression and Alcoholism
Discover "America's Sweetheart" Mary Pickford's battle with depression and alcoholism behind her Hollywood fame. Explore mental health challenges in early cinema's golden age.
Rock and Ruin: Rick Springfield's Battle with Clinical Depression
Explore how Rick Springfield battled clinical depression throughout his music career. Learn about this Grammy winner's journey with mental health from teen years to rock stardom.
Supermodel's Struggle: Naomi Campbell Confronts Personal Demons
Explore Naomi Campbell's journey overcoming substance abuse while dominating the fashion world. Learn how this iconic supermodel confronted personal demons behind her glamorous public image.
Bee Gees' Blues: Maurice Gibb's Struggle Revealed
Discover Maurice Gibb's hidden struggle with depression and substance abuse behind Bee Gees fame. Explore how this pop icon faced personal challenges while creating legendary music.
Beatles' Blues: Ringo Starr's Battle with Depression
Explore Ringo Starr's battle with depression during and after The Beatles' fame. Discover how this iconic drummer navigated mental health challenges in the music industry.
Hollywood and Hardship: Megan Fox's Battle with OCD
Discover how Megan Fox manages OCD while navigating Hollywood stardom. Learn about this actress's candid revelations on living with obsessive-compulsive disorder in the entertainment industry.
Hollywood Heartache: Natalie Wood's Battle with Depression
Explore Natalie Wood's secret struggle with depression behind her Hollywood fame. Discover how this beloved actress coped with mental health challenges while building a legendary career.
Financial Genius: Robert Boorstin's Battle with Bipolar Disorder
Discover how Robert Boorstin, former Clinton advisor, thrived in politics while managing bipolar disorder. Explore mental health advocacy in high-profile government roles.
Explorer's End: Meriwether Lewis' Battle with Clinical Depression
Explore Meriwether Lewis' struggle with clinical depression after the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Learn how mental health challenges impacted this famous American explorer's tragic end.
Football and Fear: Neil Lennon's Battle with Depression
Discover how football star Neil Lennon manages depression while leading Celtic. Learn about mental health challenges faced by professional athletes in the high-pressure world of soccer.
Poetry and Pain: Robert Lowell's Battle with Bipolar Disorder
Explore how Robert Lowell's battle with bipolar disorder influenced his groundbreaking poetry. Discover the impact of mental health on this iconic American poet's literary legacy.
Back to the Future and Beyond: Michael J. Fox's Journey Through Health Challenges
Discover how Michael J. Fox navigates Parkinson's disease while advocating for research. Explore this beloved actor's journey from diagnosis to becoming a voice for chronic illness.
Hollywood and Hardship: Nicole Kidman's Battle with Panic Attacks
Explore how Nicole Kidman manages panic attacks while building her award-winning acting career. Learn about anxiety challenges faced by Hollywood stars in the spotlight.