The tragic deaths of “Euphoria” actor Angus Cloud and Irish singer Sinéad O’Connor are only the latest stark reminders of Hollywood’s prevalent mental health and suicide crisis.
Although, as of this writing, neither has been officially determined to have died by suicide, both had been open about their struggles with mental health.
After every high-profile suicide, such as “Breaking Bad” actor Mike Batayeh, country singer Naomi Judd and “So You Can Think You Can Dance” judge Stephen “tWitch” Boss, the question is debated whether the industry, as a whole, has done enough to support people who may be in crisis.
“Euphoria” actor Angus Cloud was open about his mental struggle, family said.
A number of mental health experts told TheWrap that although suicides among the general population rose during the pandemic, people who work in entertainment can be particularly vulnerable.
“Entertainment is already an occupational group that’s at increased risk,...
Although, as of this writing, neither has been officially determined to have died by suicide, both had been open about their struggles with mental health.
After every high-profile suicide, such as “Breaking Bad” actor Mike Batayeh, country singer Naomi Judd and “So You Can Think You Can Dance” judge Stephen “tWitch” Boss, the question is debated whether the industry, as a whole, has done enough to support people who may be in crisis.
“Euphoria” actor Angus Cloud was open about his mental struggle, family said.
A number of mental health experts told TheWrap that although suicides among the general population rose during the pandemic, people who work in entertainment can be particularly vulnerable.
“Entertainment is already an occupational group that’s at increased risk,...
- 8/3/2023
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
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