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Fame's price: the mental health crisis behind South African celebrity losses


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Thursday, March 13th 2025 at 12:44 GMT by IOL   Print publication without navigation

  • The tragic loss of figures like Riky Rick, Patrick Shai, Shoki Mokgapa, and HHP has exposed the growing mental health crisis in the industry and in broader society. More recently, the death of Ebenhaezer Dibakwane has sparked an urgent revisit to the conversation.

The article "Fame's Price: The Mental Health Crisis Behind South African Celebrity Losses" discusses the tragic impact of mental health issues on South African celebrities. It highlights several high-profile cases where fame and public scrutiny have contributed to mental health struggles, leading to the untimely deaths of stars like Shoki Mmola, Riky Rick, and others. The piece explores how the pressures of celebrity life, including constant media attention, public expectations, and personal battles, exacerbate mental health problems. It also touches on the broader societal issues in South Africa, such as inadequate mental health support, stigma around mental illness, and the cultural reluctance to seek help. The narrative calls for increased awareness, better mental health resources, and a more supportive environment for those in the public eye, emphasizing that fame often comes with a heavy, sometimes unbearable, price.

Read the Full IOL Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-za/entertainment/celebrities/fame-s-price-the-mental-health-crisis-behind-south-african-celebrity-losses/ar-AA1ARCEp ]

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