FAMOUS DEPRESSED PEOPLE
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Terry Bradshaw | After leading the Pittsburg Steelers to four Super Bowl wins and divorcing his third wife, he became depressed—characterized by weight loss, crying spells, insomnia, and anxiety. |
Jim Carrey | Comedian and movie star, he is best known for his rubber-like facial expressions and his over-the-top physical comedy. Although he became successful, he continued to suffer from depression that began when Carrey was 16-years old when his father lost his job. |
Brooke Shields | Actress and model, she wrote a book—Down Came the Rain—that documented her postpartum depression. |
Billy Joel | Winner of six Grammys, he attempted suicide by drinking furniture polish. |
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