8 Idols Who Opened Up About Their Experience Fighting Severe Depression

The entertainment industry is filled with wonder and glamour, but being in the spotlight can take a hefty toll on idols as well. These brave idols opened up and told heartfelt stories about their own personal experiences dealing with depression and, in some cases, how they overcame it.

1. G-Dragon (BIGBANG)

G-Dragon is known for his bold charisma, confidence, and renowned swag. He has millions of fans around the world and international success as a composer, songwriter, rapper, and singer.

But underneath all that awesomeness, G-Dragon is still a sensitive young man. He confessed on TV that when his single “Heart Breaker” was under fire for plagiarism in 2009, he avoided everyone he knew and shut them out of his life. He refused to speak to his parents and friends and lived in isolation, feeling extremely alone and sad.

He said, “I had done nothing wrong but I felt like a criminal. I was depressed for a long time.”