17 Actors who suffered from depression at some point in their career

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42nd Torino Film Festival 2024 - Day 3 - Source: Getty

13. Reese Witherspoon

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Reese Witherspoon has spoken about her struggle with postpartum depression after the birth of her children. The Legally Blonde actress said that initially she dismissed her feeling as a form of stress, but eventually recognized the need for professional intervention. Witherspoon credits therapy, journaling, and supportive friends for helping her through challenging times. Reese has used her production company, Hello Sunshine, to amplify mental health narratives in film and television, reminding everyone that it's okay not to have everything figured out.

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Edited by Sarah Nazamuddin Harniswala
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