Ezra Miller is not alone. More celebs who have spoken up about mental health issues
The Flash star Ezra Miller (who goes by they and them pronouns) has broken radio silence on the series of charges against them and are seeking treatment for “complex mental health issues”.
After having been charged with a felony offence on May 1 this year, Miller’s statement comes amid speculation on Warner Brothers cancelling the release of The Flash, a $100-million film under the studio's DC franchise, slated for a release in June 2023.
In a statement to Variety, Miller apologised for the troubling behaviour exhibited by them as of late, including assault and abuse allegations,
Miller’s statement follows a slew of different personalities from around the world opening up about their battles with mental afflictions. Here are some of those familiar faces.
Tom Holland
The most recent of the lot, the Spider-man star broke a fairly lengthy social media hiatus to announce his departure from social media over concerns for his mental health. The actor took to Instagram and talked about the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health.
Holland also used his platform to promote one of the many charities his trust sponsors, which is Stem4 - a clinically advised platform catering to children suffering from mental afflictions.
Deepika Padukone
In 2015, the Indian actress revealed that she was diagnosed with clinical depression and was seeking treatment for the same.
In an interview with NDTV, the actress opened up about the general fears of going public with her struggles with depression,
She has since founded the LiveLoveLaugh Foundation, which focuses on creating awareness about mental health and providing resources for those in need.
Cara Delevigne
In a 2017 interview with The Morning, the Suicide Squad actress hoped that talking about her mental health would help others.
Delevigne has often spoken about the impossible demands of the fashion industry, body image, and more, in her attempts at provoking a conversation on mental health. Later, in a 2018 interview for Women in the World, she spoke about dealing with anxiety and depression.
Ileana D’Cruz
In a 2016 interview with Miss Malini, Ileana D’Cruz opened up about her struggles with body dysmorphia, anxiety and depression.
The Barfi actress recounted having dealt with these problems throughout her life without actually having known what they were.
Prince Harry
UK's Prince Harry lost his mother, Princess Diana, in a horrific car crash when he was just 12. The Duke of Sussex revealed in a 2017 interview with The Telegraph how the death of his mother had a serious detrimental impact on his life to follow.
After being made out as the ‘problem child’ of the Royal Family, Prince Harry recalled having spent most of his life living in denial that he was fine,
Dwayne Johnson
The Hollywood superstar has been fairly vocal about his battles with depression during his formative years. In a 2022 interview with ENews, the actor opened up about his preconceptions with mental health,
The actor has been an advocate of changing the conventional narrative surrounding mental health and emphasises on the courage of being vulnerable.