8 Inspirational Celebrities Who Have Fought Depression Head-on (4 of 5)

Owen Wilson, Actor

We all know Owen Wilson for his dopey, lovable surfer dude onscreen persona, so when People Magazine reported in 2007 that he had been hospitalized after a suicide attempt, his fans were left in shock. It was revealed that he had been dealing with depression for years, and he reached a tipping point after breaking up with actress Kate Hudson. Although his suicide attempt is not something he is willing to discuss during interviews, he has made it a point to give credit to his family for supporting him through difficult times.

Demi Lovato, Singer and Songwriter

Although on the surface, singer and actress Demi Lovato comes across as extremely confident, she will be the first one to note that she struggles with her mental health. In fact, in 2020, she revealed that, from a young age, she has not only felt depressed but has also experienced suicidal thoughts and receives treatment for addiction and eating disorders. By being candid about her problems, she hopes others will find the strength to overcome their mental health problems as well.