Singer Chappell Roan diagnosed with severe depression
Hollywood singer-songwriter Chappell Roan has revealed that she has been diagnosed with severe depression. The 26-year-old pop star, who shot to fame with her debut album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, opened up about her mental health struggles in an interview with The Guardian. Roan's revelation comes as she continues to navigate the challenges of her newfound fame.
Roan surprised by diagnosis, describes symptoms
Roan shared that she sought help from a psychiatrist last week due to her concerning symptoms. "I went to a psychiatrist last week because I was like, I don't know what's going on. She diagnosed me with severe depression—which I didn't think I had because I'm not actually sad," she told The Guardian. The singer described experiencing brain fog, poor focus, forgetfulness, and a "very lackluster viewpoint."
Roan links depression to rapid rise to fame
Roan believes her depression is linked to her life changing dramatically after her swift rise to fame. "Everything that I really love to do now comes with baggage," she explained. She mentioned the difficulties of doing everyday activities like thrifting, going to the park, or attending yoga classes without booking security or fearing harassment.
Roan's previous comments on dealing with fame
Roan has previously spoken about her struggles with fame. During a concert in June, she confessed to "having a really hard time" keeping up with the demands of her career. In August, she criticized fans for their intrusive behavior, stating that she doesn't care if such actions are considered normal for celebrities. She also confronted an aggressive photographer at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards.
Roan's journey to stardom and personal struggles
Roan signed with Atlantic Records at 17 and worked tirelessly to get her music recognized. Her big break came with the release of her debut album in 2023, followed by opening for Olivia Rodrigo's Guts world tour. Alongside her struggles with fame and depression, Roan has also been open about her past experiences of suppressing her queer identity while growing up in Missouri.
