We are all different, and we are all unique in our own way. There comes a time in our life when we probably question ourselves. Who are we, what is the point of our existence.Then, for the ones of us that are plagued with mental illness, the question why? – why me?. But mental illness does not choose, it is not a choice. Rich, poor, back white – there is no preference. Just take a minute to look at the list of famous “funny people” that have their own battles with this damned invisible illness.
Comedians who battle with serious mental health problems ( Source – Neil Clarke, Daily Express)
Miranda Hart -Admission that success made her ” quite lonely”
Kenneth Williams – He was a depressive and highly neurotic.
Groucho Marx – Could be awkward and unfunny.
Tony Hancock – Serial worrier and depressive who became an alcoholic.
Spike Milligan – manic depressive and had several nervous breakdowns
Peter Sellers – frequently depressed and had violent mood swings
Peter Cook – due to pressures became an alcoholic
Dudley Moore – Struggled with depression
Eric Morecambe – Worried about maintaining high standards – and admitted feeling tense all the time.