Ashley I'm proud of you. Your mother would be proud of you. You were poised and dignified in the midst of unspeakable pain. God be with you and your family
Ashley has always been such a brilliant intelligent articulate woman. I have such empathy for her in her grief and trauma. May she find some solace and peace
I completely agree. She seems so maternal & comforting throughout. And she let Ashley talk. And she was just simply perfect and genuine, and struck the exact right tone with every question and follow-up with Ashley.
@@shastaluu Whitney embarrassed herself and made herself look foolish. That was on her, not Diane Sawyer. No disrespect intended, as Whitney ultimately succumbed to her addiction. But all the denial & excuse-making & attitude that goes along with addiction was on full-display in that train wreck of an interview.
I don't know. I'm having a lot of trouble with this. I remember reading that Ashley was suicidal at one point and thought of shooting herself. Naomi knew she was in the house and knew Ashley would find her. WHY would a mother do this??? I understand depression and suicide, trust me I do, but I can't get over why a mother would do this to a child that she knows is vulnerable or has/had issues with depression as well. This is really upsetting me and I can't get past it.
When a person has cancer, there is no stigma, only sincerity. But when a person is diagnosed with a mental illness (a brain sickness), there is stigma and feeling shameful. Hopefully, that can change one day, and Ashley bringing it up is only the beginning.
She is a disturbed individual who used going on stage for a “women’s march” and citing she is a “nasty woman” as a scapegoat for her real issues. And calling out Trump as someone who bathed in “Cheetos dust”. Looking at Ashley today. It looks like Trump got the last laugh.
As I sit here, unable to get out of bed, listening to this, I want to share a little bit. The fight never goes away. More times than not I'm tired. Life has became something I endure, not live. I noticed a few comments of passing judgment upon Naomi.... this is what I say..... stop shaming us that suffer from this disease, for taking medication, for going to therapy.... we are literally fighting each day. Thank you Ashley!! what a remarkably strong woman you are to talk about this. Much love from a fellow Kentuckian.
Beautiful words spoken and I’m ashamed to admit that there are days I do not see the light of day, meaning go outside. It’s like something snapped inside of me about seven years ago and I lost my zest for life. I put on a happy face when I must and I suffer in silence begging this darkness to go away. No one truly understands.
I pray and beg our creator, who knows our struggles even better than us, to grant health and ease to all those struggling with any type of illness. We know that illness including depression is not in vain and that it brings us closer to our creator through our patience and trust in knowing that we do not know much and trust in our creator’s guidance.
Broke my heart watching this. I can’t imagine the trauma from finding the person you love the most. My thoughts are with you Ashley, your sister and step dad. I suffer from sever anxiety and depression and I can relate with the isolation. 💔
Ginger-Bread Girl, you are not along, you are very, important. Please don't give up, please keep trying to get help. My meds faith and kids help me. Praying for you. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
@💕 Love&War hi thank you for writing to me. I was seeing a therapist prior to covid unfortunately I stopped. At the moment I am doing a lot better but I do know and recognise it will be a lifelong battle so I need to be proactive with it. Thank you again for reaching out it means a lot!!
“The size of the love is the size of the loss…and sometimes that can be infinite” Oh beautiful Beautiful Ashley! You, your sister and Pops are truly loved. I hope you know how much the world appreciates your strength and grace during this most difficult of times. May you go forward knowing that all your advocacies continue to make a difference in countless lives. I’m but one of millions of nobodies, but my heart is with you. Thank you so very much for helping the vulnerable.
I tried calling the hotline once when I was in a very low place. The woman listened for a few minutes then acted and maybe even said she had other people to talk to. I was shocked and appalled that she acted that way and had I not been able to muster strength I didn't know I had, I would not be here today. I've found the only person that can help you through dark periods in life, is YOURSELF. Best of luck to all those suffering and if you reach out I hope you get the help you need.
I had about this same experience. I called up. Person on the end was very quick with me. It was hard to open up to someone when they don’t have the patience with you. I asked if I could speak with someone else, she asked why. I told her I was having a hard time talking with her so I asked again not in a mean way. I just thought it was important enough to try to speak to someone. She was honestly making me feel worse and then she hung up on me. My husband saw the whole thing go down and was like WTF!?! The pervading feeling for both of us was anger. We called back and told by her supervisor that she said I verbally abused her. To this day WTF? Really! Some people shouldn’t be doing this.
My mother killed herself almost 3 years ago and the pain at times especially in the beginning was unbearable. I called the hotline and the response wasn’t what I expected either. They need to do better. I’m glad you’re here and know you matter. ❤️
She forced you to see the strength and courage you were capable of, you didn't realize you "could muster it". But you are strong and you have a place here, "You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars, you have a right to be here" - Desiderata
As a little girl in the south, I grew up listening to & admiring the Judds. Seeing & hearing such talented, faithful, God fearing, intelligent, beautiful, honest, & most importantly genuine ladies was a huge inspiration. I especially appreciated the honesty & unashamed openness with which they were both willing & kind enough to also share their struggles to help others. Their music is often like the soundtrack for my memories & I treasure that as I would a precious gift. As someone who’s lived through an intense traumatic childhood & formative years that resulted in a continuing battle & struggle with my mental health & well-being, it really helped to know I wasn’t alone. To know how great or how small in status or stature that life is a complicated kind of dance of endurance from the mountains to the valleys for us all was helpful. There is a deep pain that can come with opening up & talking about your difficulties. Those who have such empathy that they’re endure it & in a way relive it through memories, because they care more deeply about helping others, to me is an example of selfless love. That kind of quality in a person raises them from simply being endearing to an admirable, powerful, motivational, inspiration. My heart goes out to the Judd family, for us they were such a staple in life it almost feels like loosing a family member. Naomi leaves behind an incredibly legacy & a powerful message. More often than not we can see the beauty & best in others they can’t see in themselves. Remind those you cherish & adore not only that you do, but why you do. Encourage them, labor with them, & never take a single breath for granted. I pray the grace, peace, & comfort only God can give be with them & strengthen them in their loss.
The fact that they felt that they had to do this so soon to avoid rumors and drama is so sad. Diane was so respectful and Ashley is so poised. If you read River of Time, you would know this has been a decades long fight for Naomi. It took less than 5 min of being alone - in her previous darkest time, she hid a gun because her husband had gotten the rest out of access from her. My heart breaks for the family left behind, but I know that the “Prissy Queen of Everything” is finally at rest after a hard early life and a super productive and influential later life. Thank you, ma’am - rest in the peace you so very much deserve. I hope you are wearing the red part dress, it was my favorite!
Sarah When the public doesn't have the truth rumors are going to pop up. I've heard people make multiple guesses because they didn't know what she did or how she did it , And all of that is important to know. She thought about HOW she would do it for years and probably where she would do it The WHEN was WHEN she did it. It was all pre meditated
I didn’t know anything of Naomi Judd before but This makes me extremely emotional because I know the feeling of what Naomi went through. Mental illness is REALLY hard thing to live with, I struggle every single day. I knew Naomi couldn’t anymore. RIP 💔😔
Heart breaking to watch this interview. You spoke so beautifully of your mother. I agree with you and your family that your mother deserves her privacy and dignity. My prayers are with you, your sister and step father. God bless you
I cannot imagine Ashley’s trauma finding her mom after she died. Ashley, get help and take your time healing. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Oh my God, thank you so much for speaking for so many. You described so well the pain of mental illness and my heart breaks for you and your family. Thank you and much peace to you all.
I have watched this four times with tears on my face. To hear her heart breaking as she speak about her mom grips my soul and heart. Your mother loves her girls and Pop. God bless you and your family. What she says about her mother's disease I can relate. Have dealt with and fought with depression all my life. Love and Hugs from another Kentuckian 💖
That's so sad. My heart breaks for anyone who has a person in their life who is suffering from mental illness. We have to keep the message out there that mental health is so crucial and it's so important to keep our focus on. Mental health affects everybody no matter what your background is.
Unfortunately one of the saddest pieces of mental health is that so many people are UN diagnosed and do not have the funds to pay for help.. Therefore suffering and silence thinking that since they can't pay for help they are even more worthless than they think.
Ashley amazes me. Her strength and her sadness are profound. I want to thank her for sharing all of this with Diane Sawyer and therefore, us. Depression is a feeling that comes over people that they can't fully understand but that they very much feel. It is persistent and debilitating. One wouldn't know unless they have experienced it. It is comforting to know that Ashley and Wynona recognized this illness and wholeheartedly supported their Mom. You wouldn't believe how many people say, "Pull up your bootstraps and get on with life." Just the way Ashley addresses this is hopeful and real. Thank you, Ashley. This was obviously painful but know that you have truly helped those of us who are depressed or know someone who suffers from depression.
Thanks. Very well said. So, sorry you deal with depression too. You are not along and you're important. Please don't give up, keep trying. I am praying for you. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
Ashley: You have shown such dignity and courage for the way you are handling this awful family tragedy. You will be in my prayers at this most difficult time. I am so sorry for you. It's out now, you have nothing to be ashamed of. This is so sad and heartbreaking. Sending love and hugs from NY.
My mother took her own life a few years ago. We were best friends (ironically she used to say my sister and I and her were as close as the Judd girls). The pain, shock & trauma is unspeakable. Like multi-layered in a way that is beyond language. My heart goes out to her and her family. Her testimony is so relatable (ie the part of describing her state as fragile). Mental unwellness is an urgent global epidemic that society desperately needs to tend to and fast.
I’m from Ashland, Ky and in 1990 I met a three of the Judds. They were all so kind and accommodating. Thank you for emphasizing how devastating mental health problems can be. Thinking of all of you who are struggling.
I’m so gutted for the Judd family and Ashley, I’m so proud of you to share your grief with us and to continue your Mama’s legacy through raising awareness for mental illness.
@@eyemnew2991 it was their family member expressing their Condolences and shared their trauma who cares what type of fire arm was used doesn’t change anything. They took their own life not others, so it isn’t our business
My love and prayers go out to the Judds at this time. Ashley and Winona and the rest of the family deserve not only our love and our prayers but our sincere respect. You have all become warm places in our hearts and we will lift you all up in any way we can. God bless you all and your beautiful mother will be sadly missed.
Love, thoughts, and prayers are with you all during this terrible Storm. I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful Mom. I can tell you this. I've been so blessed to have her entertain not only me, but the rest of the world for many years. Thank you for sharing her with me and us
I have suffered from depression for most of my life. I completely broke in 2012 being hospitalized and consequently had 23 ECT treatments over the course of the next year. Let me tell you there is nothing darker than suicidal ideation. I hate when people say that suicide is selfish. That couldn’t be farther from the truth. Depression invades your brain like the tentacles of a malignant tumor. Those tentacles trick you into viewing yourself like a useless entity, one which your family and friends would be far better off without. I fought my way back tooth and nail but it was not easy. I had CBT, DBT, and other variations of therapy sometimes four times a week. My goal (for a year!) was to wear zip up pants to therapy. It took years for me to begin to let the light in. Sadly, people avoided me during my struggle. Many of whom I thought were the dearest friends never showed up or quickly faded away. Please don’t do that. Continue to reach out no matter how many times you are turned down. Send cards, make the call, stop by, and never give up. I’ve always said that mental illness is not a casserole dish ailment. People don’t line up like they do for a broken leg or even cancer. Please keep trying and never ever blame the one who is suffering. For those that are suffering that are reading this, you are not alone. Reach out for help. There is hope. It may take months or years to find the right treatment, but you can find joy again.
16watch, so very well said. I am proud of you. You are never alone and you are very important. Please keep trying, don't ever give up. I am so sorry 😞 you have had to go thur this. Again, still so proud of you. Praying for you. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
I went through similar treatments. Yes people that don't understand the illness and make stupid remarks just don't know that we just want the pain to stop. Thank you for sharing. Keep talking about it.
Ashley, I've always admired your acting talent, you're so gifted. It breaks my heart to see your heartbreak and pain. I'm so very sorry for you, your sister and step-dad. Because of your honesty you've encouraged me to take drastic action in getting my depression sorted. I'm in a very sad and challenging place right now, and I feel your the agony your mommy must have felt. You gals inspire me to stand strong now, I have a daughter who really needs me to help her stay grounded. She's had her fair share of challenges due to epilepsy. I'll share this interview with her over the weekend, as she needs to hear what you shared. May you heal and find peace. Lots of love ❤
Joan Henschel, very well said, thanks. You are not along, and you are very important. So, sorry you are having to deal with this. So, sorry for what your daughter us having to go thur. Praying for you both. MAY GOD BLESS YALL 🙏
Ashley Judd is so brave to have shared this personal information on her family's behalf with such dignity. She looks SO much like her and Wynonna's beloved mother...what loving daughters Naomi Judd has (yes, Naomi still has her 2 daughters even though she's gone from us) to help carry on her memory. 💜
I lost my mom to suicide on 3/2/22 and I was the one who found her, so I know how this feels. My heart goes out to the Judd family and to anyone else who has lost a parent (or anyone they love) to suicide.
I'm sorry you had to do this so soon or at all. Common sense explained when you made the statement "we lost our momma to mental illines".That should of been all people needed.I am praying for your family to find the strength to recover from this tragedy.❤️
Nancy Pedelose so. Sorry you suffer with this too. You're not along, and you are very important. Please don't give up, keep on trying. I am praying for you. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
A beautiful and intelligent woman with a glorious gift. I’m so sorry. I wish I could have written a letter to her to make her see her wonderfulness. Lost Angel. May her memory be a blessing. Ashley you are so beautifully articulate and composed.
I just lost a dear, close friend to suicide two days ago. My heart is shattered. The worst pain I've ever gone through. I so, so, so feel for the Judd family. Hearing Ashley speak, I wanted to reach out through my screen and blast her with hugs, comfort, and love. It would be cathartic to meet her some day and talk about this heavy subject privately. She knows. She understands. I'm in awe of her bravery to come out and speak the way she did. I did my best to channel that similar energy on my end, but no matter how we form our words, words simply can't describe pain and holes left in our hearts. May Naomi rest in love, and hope she has found her new self-love and freedom wherever she may roam in the universe.
🙏🏾🙏🏾 Prayers for the whole family. I wished we lived in a world with more compassion, peace, respect, and understanding where this wouldn't have to even be disclosed.
Oh Dear God sweet Ashley!! Again you girls just stay ever so close to each other. This is so hard to understand with someone as big as their mother was. Mental illness is not a sin. Trauma is just so sad. May God hold this family so very tight.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏and may God rest their mother's soul.
I am so sorry for your loss Ashley! I have grown up over the years learning about your family's faith, strength, and belief in miracles! I get a lump in my throat when I try and find the right words to share with you, Wynonna and Pop. So many of your fans truly understand the COURAGE it took for you, to do this interview, and your reasons why! Let it be known that our hearts are breaking with you, we love you, and pray for you and your family during this difficult time! And I believe, all that you have been taught, your mother shines through today when you speak! Remember, what she said, when you were born, you are "the sunshine after a hard storm." Forever, in our hearts! Your words will travel far on this next journey and help the listener who needs to hear what you have to say so they can heal too! God Bless You!
My heart goes out to the family. I too, lost my mother to depression and suicide. I never blamed my mother for what she did. It is a horrible disease. Too many people suffer with it and it is something they battle with all of their life. So proud of you Ashley that you were able to talk about this disease and from talking about it ,hoping that there is someone out there can know there is help for those who need it. May the Lord be with you and your family in the days ahead and that you keep your faith in the Lord, He will give you peace. It will come.
I am praying for these beautiful women, and their stepfather. I pray God comforts them in this time of intense grief. Mental illness doesn’t discriminate. I’m so sad for Naomi and that she couldn’t feel the love so many people have for her. R.I.P. Naomi, you will be greatly missed by so many.❤️❤️
My daughter and sister have depression, my daughter with unspecified bi polar , it’s so hard. Thank you for sharing this, love and hugs to your family at this time
I never knew about this depression until the loss of my brother, my brother had diabetes then liver disease due to diabetes, he was under a great deal of stress from abuse from his wife and son. He would come and talk with me. I knew he was planning something. He was taking medicine that removed ammonia the was going to his brain. He told me he was going to have his Dr. To tell his wife to stop the constant bitching and yelling at him, and for his son to find another place to live. The last time I spoke to him, he said he didn’t want to live anymore. I told him not to do anything, just talk to me. Well to cut this short, he stopped taking his medicine, and he developed an infection and slipped into a coma, I knelt beside him to come back, seven days later he gave up his fight. I lost him. 65 years old. I LOVE YOU MY BROTHER.
It's none of anyone's business! Except what you want to share. I just lost my Mom too it hurts so bad. The loss is unbearable. You all need to heal. God bless you and your family
My prayers go out to the Judd family! Thank you, Naomi, for everything you gave to us throughout the years. We learn so much from people's stories. We may never understand why someone takes their own life. We can only pray that your daughters can take one day at a time and hold your memories close to heart. Thank you, Ashey, for sharing this. It really shouldn't matter how someone chose to leave this world; all we can do is pray for the ones left be hide.
My heartfelt condolences are sent to Ashley, Winona and their father at such an incredibly raw and painful time. You are so amazingly strong to be able to speak so openly about the passing of your Mum. May you all find peace, sending so much love. Such a tragedy.
Naomi had interferon-a treatment for Hepatitis C. That treatment goes on to cause major depressive disorder in up to 50% of patients. And sadly, the depression lasts for the rest of people's lives, long after the treatment stops.
💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 Peace. To everyone who has ever suffered, and is suffering now, please make those calls. Reach out. Ashley, thank you for being who you are. Sending you and all your family cyber hugs and prayers for healing. Your mother's voice rings out with the angels.
So full of grace, beauty and class. Every one of them. Naomi, Wynonna, and Ashley. Your souls radiate love, hope, and faith. Naomi was a strong lady who raised even stronger women. She is undoubtedly very proud of you Wynonna and Ashley. As am I. Bless you both and may you find comfort in how many were touched by your mama.
Ashley Judd, thank you for opening up your broken heart to share some details publicly that likely would have been shared by others in a less-desirable manner. I share your pain in mind & heart, and I am sincerely sorry for the trauma you and your family have to experience. I loved your dear Mother and her music. I did not know Naomi, but with this situation you have so eloquently described, her death will not be in vain. This truly makes one ponder the hell that mental illness inflicts on people, and compassion and love is key in dealing with those affected. God bless you and comfort you with peace.
Ashley. Your mom knew that she was loved by family as well as fans. Mentally illness takes a toll on ones soul. I lost my daughter on New Years Eve rt before the pandemic. I hurt everyday but I know I must go one because I have other relatives that need me to be strong. You girls hang in there. ❤🙏🏿
Sherril Parks, so, very sorry for your loss. You are not along. Thanks for holding on for others. Please don't give up, keep trying. Praying for you and your family. MAY GOD BLESS YALL 🙏
Bless them all, my heart breaks for them .Ashley, you are a shining example of the wonderfulness of having been raised by your Mom. I'm sure she is so very proud of you girls and the grace with which you're both dealing with this.My prayers are with you all
The moment I heard the news, I knew the hall of fame induction was the catalyst. It was impossible for her to step into that next day. I understand. Depression is evil. It completely warps your self image and you believe what it tells you. Naomi, you were so beautiful and loved. Words weren't powerful enough to convince you. We understand. Your daughters will carry the torch, wounded, but they will carry it. Peace be upon you all.
I had the same thought. I feel like too much pressure is put on celebrities and unfortunately the ones already struggling just can’t handle it. I think this about Carrie Fisher as well. I know she didn’t take her own life but I believe the stress and pressure of being in the new Star Wars movies was just too much for her. These people are so beloved by so many and we want so much from them. It’s the saddest thing in the world when they wind up paying with their life. 🥺😢😭
Ashley I'm proud of you. Your mother would be proud of you. You were poised and dignified in the midst of unspeakable pain. God be with you and your family
Hello dear how are you feeling today
Ashley has always been such a brilliant intelligent articulate woman. I have such empathy for her in her grief and trauma. May she find some solace and peace
@@deloresredman4792 that okay my dear
So precious
@@carries8748 hello dear how are you feeling??
Diane Sawyer was the right person to do this sensitive interview. She is calm, soft spoken and sincere. Beautiful woman inside and out.
I completely agree. She seems so maternal & comforting throughout. And she let Ashley talk. And she was just simply perfect and genuine, and struck the exact right tone with every question and follow-up with Ashley.
Hello Beverly how are you doing today.
Except for the time she interviewed Whitney
@@shastaluu Whitney embarrassed herself and made herself look foolish. That was on her, not Diane Sawyer. No disrespect intended, as Whitney ultimately succumbed to her addiction. But all the denial & excuse-making & attitude that goes along with addiction was on full-display in that train wreck of an interview.
I don't know. I'm having a lot of trouble with this. I remember reading that Ashley was suicidal at one point and thought of shooting herself. Naomi knew she was in the house and knew Ashley would find her. WHY would a mother do this??? I understand depression and suicide, trust me I do, but I can't get over why a mother would do this to a child that she knows is vulnerable or has/had issues with depression as well. This is really upsetting me and I can't get past it.
When a person has cancer, there is no stigma, only sincerity. But when a person is diagnosed with a mental illness (a brain sickness), there is stigma and feeling shameful. Hopefully, that can change one day, and Ashley bringing it up is only the beginning.
Diane Sawyer handled this interview in such a compassionate way by listening and allowing Ashley to say what she said.
She’s a classy lady and one of, if not the best at doing interviews.
The amount of strength and dignity that Ashley just exhibited is remarkable. I am heartbroken for this profound loss. She was a National Treasure.
She is a disturbed individual who used going on stage for a “women’s march” and citing she is a “nasty woman” as a scapegoat for her real issues.
And calling out Trump as someone who bathed in “Cheetos dust”. Looking at Ashley today. It looks like Trump got the last laugh.
The absolute courage it took to give this interview is an act of heroism and pure love. God be with you Ashley and your family.
I agree completely
Perfectly put
As I sit here, unable to get out of bed, listening to this, I want to share a little bit. The fight never goes away. More times than not I'm tired. Life has became something I endure, not live.
I noticed a few comments of passing judgment upon Naomi.... this is what I say..... stop shaming us that suffer from this disease, for taking medication, for going to therapy.... we are literally fighting each day.
Thank you Ashley!! what a remarkably strong woman you are to talk about this.
Much love from a fellow Kentuckian.
Hugs and prayers to you, Amazing Grace. You are not alone. Keep fighting the fight.
Beautiful words spoken and I’m ashamed to admit that there are days I do not see the light of day, meaning go outside. It’s like something snapped inside of me about seven years ago and I lost my zest for life. I put on a happy face when I must and I suffer in silence begging this darkness to go away. No one truly understands.
@@EmmaDee I undertand..... the only thing more exhausting than having mental illness is pretending like you don't.
@@EmmaDee I understood. I'm going through it. It hurts.
I pray and beg our creator, who knows our struggles even better than us, to grant health and ease to all those struggling with any type of illness. We know that illness including depression is not in vain and that it brings us closer to our creator through our patience and trust in knowing that we do not know much and trust in our creator’s guidance.
I find Ashley's words expressing her loss so well put together, so carefully thought out with such intelligence. I'm in awe of this ability.
She Is an actress after all!
She has a very high IQ
@@donnamccain4949 actress or not she was not in any way shape or form acting!
@@cj-zn9lg omg, exactly. Ashley is devastated! She is brave and composed but obviously, deeply heartbroken. SO sad.
@@donnamccain4949 crappy comment about a woman grieving her mother. Pathetic.
Broke my heart watching this. I can’t imagine the trauma from finding the person you love the most. My thoughts are with you Ashley, your sister and step dad. I suffer from sever anxiety and depression and I can relate with the isolation. 💔
Ginger-Bread Girl, you are not along, you are very, important. Please don't give up, please keep trying to get help. My meds faith and kids help me. Praying for you. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
@💕 Love&War thanks for encouraging her. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
@RN Anderson OK will do. Thanks for letting me know. Any time, any place
@RN Anderson many blessings be to the my friend. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
@💕 Love&War hi thank you for writing to me. I was seeing a therapist prior to covid unfortunately I stopped. At the moment I am doing a lot better but I do know and recognise it will be a lifelong battle so I need to be proactive with it. Thank you again for reaching out it means a lot!!
My heart so breaks for this beautiful family. I love how she said “she was walked home!” Those are just beautiful words. Prayers for this family.
“The size of the love is the size of the loss…and sometimes that can be infinite” Oh beautiful Beautiful Ashley! You, your sister and Pops are truly loved. I hope you know how much the world appreciates your strength and grace during this most difficult of times. May you go forward knowing that all your advocacies continue to make a difference in countless lives. I’m but one of millions of nobodies, but my heart is with you. Thank you so very much for helping the vulnerable.
Hello Candy its a great pleasure meeting you
Candy, thanks, that was so very well said. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
I tried calling the hotline once when I was in a very low place. The woman listened for a few minutes then acted and maybe even said she had other people to talk to. I was shocked and appalled that she acted that way and had I not been able to muster strength I didn't know I had, I would not be here today. I've found the only person that can help you through dark periods in life, is YOURSELF. Best of luck to all those suffering and if you reach out I hope you get the help you need.
You’re needed and wanted.
I had about this same experience. I called up. Person on the end was very quick with me. It was hard to open up to someone when they don’t have the patience with you. I asked if I could speak with someone else, she asked why. I told her I was having a hard time talking with her so I asked again not in a mean way. I just thought it was important enough to try to speak to someone. She was honestly making me feel worse and then she hung up on me. My husband saw the whole thing go down and was like WTF!?! The pervading feeling for both of us was anger. We called back and told by her supervisor that she said I verbally abused her. To this day WTF? Really! Some people shouldn’t be doing this.
My mother killed herself almost 3 years ago and the pain at times especially in the beginning was unbearable. I called the hotline and the response wasn’t what I expected either. They need to do better. I’m glad you’re here and know you matter. ❤️
She forced you to see the strength and courage you were capable of, you didn't realize you "could muster it". But you are strong and you have a place here, "You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars, you have a right to be here" - Desiderata
No truer statement said
She is such an incredible person. My heart hurts for her and the family. My prayers go out to everybody. May their mother Rest In Peace
Hello dear how are you feeling today
As a little girl in the south, I grew up listening to & admiring the Judds. Seeing & hearing such talented, faithful, God fearing, intelligent, beautiful, honest, & most importantly genuine ladies was a huge inspiration. I especially appreciated the honesty & unashamed openness with which they were both willing & kind enough to also share their struggles to help others. Their music is often like the soundtrack for my memories & I treasure that as I would a precious gift. As someone who’s lived through an intense traumatic childhood & formative years that resulted in a continuing battle & struggle with my mental health & well-being, it really helped to know I wasn’t alone. To know how great or how small in status or stature that life is a complicated kind of dance of endurance from the mountains to the valleys for us all was helpful. There is a deep pain that can come with opening up & talking about your difficulties. Those who have such empathy that they’re endure it & in a way relive it through memories, because they care more deeply about helping others, to me is an example of selfless love. That kind of quality in a person raises them from simply being endearing to an admirable, powerful, motivational, inspiration.
My heart goes out to the Judd family, for us they were such a staple in life it almost feels like loosing a family member. Naomi leaves behind an incredibly legacy & a powerful message. More often than not we can see the beauty & best in others they can’t see in themselves. Remind those you cherish & adore not only that you do, but why you do. Encourage them, labor with them, & never take a single breath for granted. I pray the grace, peace, & comfort only God can give be with them & strengthen them in their loss.
ElleMNOP, thank you, so, very well said. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
This God character is way too late....some of us have outgrown religion and seek something better ! Peace ✌
@@Former_Pastor well said 👏 ⚛
The fact that they felt that they had to do this so soon to avoid rumors and drama is so sad. Diane was so respectful and Ashley is so poised. If you read River of Time, you would know this has been a decades long fight for Naomi. It took less than 5 min of being alone - in her previous darkest time, she hid a gun because her husband had gotten the rest out of access from her. My heart breaks for the family left behind, but I know that the “Prissy Queen of Everything” is finally at rest after a hard early life and a super productive and influential later life. Thank you, ma’am - rest in the peace you so very much deserve. I hope you are wearing the red part dress, it was my favorite!
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Hello 👋
Sarah
When the public doesn't have the truth rumors are going to pop up.
I've heard people make multiple guesses because they didn't know what she did or how she did it ,
And all of that is important to know.
She thought about HOW she would do it for years and probably where she would do it
The WHEN was WHEN she did it.
It was all pre meditated
I didn’t know anything of Naomi Judd before but This makes me extremely emotional because I know the feeling of what Naomi went through. Mental illness is REALLY hard thing to live with, I struggle every single day. I knew Naomi couldn’t anymore. RIP 💔😔
PERSONATALIE, so sorry you are having to go thur this. You are important, please don't give up. I am praying for you. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
Ashley and Wynonna I’m so sorry for your loss... your mother will always be remembered, she was a treasure.
Heart breaking to watch this interview. You spoke so beautifully of your mother. I agree with you and your family that your mother deserves her privacy and dignity. My prayers are with you, your sister and step father. God bless you
I cannot imagine Ashley’s trauma finding her mom after she died. Ashley, get help and take your time healing. My thoughts are with you and your family.
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Hello Sarah its a great pleasure meeting you
I don't know how she feels but i understand how it feels finding your mom after she passed.💔 My heart goes out to the family. ❤
@@freespirit_17 you are not along. Saying prayers for you and your family. MAY GOD BLESS YALL!
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Oh my God, thank you so much for speaking for so many. You described so well the pain of mental illness and my heart breaks for you and your family. Thank you and much peace to you all.
I have watched this four times with tears on my face. To hear her heart breaking as she speak about her mom grips my soul and heart. Your mother loves her girls and Pop. God bless you and your family. What she says about her mother's disease I can relate. Have dealt with and fought with depression all my life. Love and Hugs from another Kentuckian 💖
Sending you love. Keep up the fight for life. ❤️
Ditto❤️💔💔❤️😢
Hang in there remembering always you are NOT alone.
Relate your not alone❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗
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To know that this family of beautiful women have gone through so much sadness is truly heartbreaking.
That's so sad. My heart breaks for anyone who has a person in their life who is suffering from mental illness. We have to keep the message out there that mental health is so crucial and it's so important to keep our focus on. Mental health affects everybody no matter what your background is.
Unfortunately one of the saddest pieces of mental health is that so many people are UN diagnosed and do not have the funds to pay for help.. Therefore suffering and silence thinking that since they can't pay for help they are even more worthless than they think.
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@@mymissingpiecejax Hello dear how are you feeling today
@@mymissingpiecejax you look so beautiful ❤️
Bless her for speaking on her mom during this time. She didn’t have to explain anything to anyone and yet she let us in and shared.
Ashley amazes me. Her strength and her sadness are profound. I want to thank her for sharing all of this with Diane Sawyer and therefore, us. Depression is a feeling that comes over people that they can't fully understand but that they very much feel. It is persistent and debilitating. One wouldn't know unless they have experienced it. It is comforting to know that Ashley and Wynona recognized this illness and wholeheartedly supported their Mom. You wouldn't believe how many people say, "Pull up your bootstraps and get on with life." Just the way Ashley addresses this is hopeful and real. Thank you, Ashley. This was obviously painful but know that you have truly helped those of us who are depressed or know someone who suffers from depression.
Thanks. Very well said. So, sorry you deal with depression too. You are not along and you're important. Please don't give up, keep trying. I am praying for you. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
I struggle with CPTSD from severe childhood trauma and abuse . The triggers are the worst. I feel this deeply.
This is mental health awareness month, so I appreciate the transparency. Thank you for sharing your grief. May your mother’s soul Rest In Peace.
Ashley: You have shown such dignity and courage for the way you are handling this awful family tragedy. You will be in my prayers at this most difficult time. I am so sorry for you. It's out now, you have nothing to be ashamed of. This is so sad and heartbreaking. Sending love and hugs from NY.
I wish I could just hug Ashley and Wynonna and their Pop.💔 Ashley is so elequent with her words while in this immesurable grief. Praying for you all 🙏
I wish I could Hug Ashley too! My heart hurts for her and all involved!
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@@sparkle4jesus77 Hello dear how are you feeling today
My mother took her own life a few years ago. We were best friends (ironically she used to say my sister and I and her were as close as the Judd girls). The pain, shock & trauma is unspeakable. Like multi-layered in a way that is beyond language. My heart goes out to her and her family. Her testimony is so relatable (ie the part of describing her state as fragile). Mental unwellness is an urgent global epidemic that society desperately needs to tend to and fast.
I’m so sorry for your loss
Sorry for your loss
I have to say I felt that hug Diane gave Ashley, it was warm and comforting
Hello 👋 its a great pleasure meeting you
Me too!
I’m from Ashland, Ky and in 1990 I met a three of the Judds. They were all so kind and accommodating. Thank you for emphasizing how devastating mental health problems can be. Thinking of all of you who are struggling.
Ashley has tremendous GRACE and STRENGTH 🥺💔❤️
I’m so gutted for the Judd family and Ashley, I’m so proud of you to share your grief with us and to continue your Mama’s legacy through raising awareness for mental illness.
Hello Sherry its a great pleasure meeting you
@@fredalex8389 will you please stop this is not the time are place.
I’m so sorry about what happened to your mom, Ashley. That is tragic. My deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy. 😞❤️
I too lost a parent to suicide by firearm. It’s been 13 years but still feels like yesterday. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
😞 my heart goes out to you
Jeanette Walker
Why say by firearm
Why not say used a gun, used a rifle, used an A k something or other.
Why not be more specific about it.
@@eyemnew2991 not our business
@@freespirit_17
The crap it isn't our business.
Then all these shootings going on aren't our business either.
Bullcrap.
@@eyemnew2991 it was their family member expressing their Condolences and shared their trauma who cares what type of fire arm was used doesn’t change anything.
They took their own life not others, so it isn’t our business
I’d like to commend Diane Sawyer and her always compassionate and kind way…
of allowing people to tell their story
🦋🤍🦋
agree
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My love and prayers go out to the Judds at this time. Ashley and Winona and the rest of the family deserve not only our love and our prayers but our sincere respect. You have all become warm places in our hearts and we will lift you all up in any way we can. God bless you all and your beautiful mother will be sadly missed.
I can't imagine their pain. I, for one, am appreciative of how she is honoring her mother. May she rest; eternally. 🙌
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@@davisrobert8847 please give it a rest.
The Sorverer's Apprentice, thanks, very well said. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
@@tracyparker550 that okay my dear..I will be so happy if you keep me as a friend ❤️
Sometimes there is victory in death ✌
Such a heartwrenchig interview but wow the strength Ashley has displayed is amazing.
Hello April how are you doing today.
April
Are you gonna still feel that way towards Ashley if she does somethin similar but in a different way ??
Love, thoughts, and prayers are with you all during this terrible Storm. I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful Mom.
I can tell you this. I've been so blessed to have her entertain not only me, but the rest of the world for many years.
Thank you for sharing her with me and us
My heart and love goes out to Ashley, Wynnona and her beloved Larry. And countless others
I have suffered from depression for most of my life. I completely broke in 2012 being hospitalized and consequently had 23 ECT treatments over the course of the next year. Let me tell you there is nothing darker than suicidal ideation. I hate when people say that suicide is selfish. That couldn’t be farther from the truth. Depression invades your brain like the tentacles of a malignant tumor. Those tentacles trick you into viewing yourself like a useless entity, one which your family and friends would be far better off without. I fought my way back tooth and nail but it was not easy. I had CBT, DBT, and other variations of therapy sometimes four times a week. My goal (for a year!) was to wear zip up pants to therapy. It took years for me to begin to let the light in. Sadly, people avoided me during my struggle. Many of whom I thought were the dearest friends never showed up or quickly faded away. Please don’t do that. Continue to reach out no matter how many times you are turned down. Send cards, make the call, stop by, and never give up. I’ve always said that mental illness is not a casserole dish ailment. People don’t line up like they do for a broken leg or even cancer. Please keep trying and never ever blame the one who is suffering. For those that are suffering that are reading this, you are not alone. Reach out for help. There is hope. It may take months or years to find the right treatment, but you can find joy again.
16watch, so very well said. I am proud of you. You are never alone and you are very important. Please keep trying, don't ever give up. I am so sorry 😞 you have had to go thur this. Again, still so proud of you. Praying for you. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
I went through similar treatments. Yes people that don't understand the illness and make stupid remarks just don't know that we just want the pain to stop. Thank you for sharing. Keep talking about it.
Ashley, I've always admired your acting talent, you're so gifted. It breaks my heart to see your heartbreak and pain. I'm so very sorry for you, your sister and step-dad. Because of your honesty you've encouraged me to take drastic action in getting my depression sorted. I'm in a very sad and challenging place right now, and I feel your the agony your mommy must have felt. You gals inspire me to stand strong now, I have a daughter who really needs me to help her stay grounded. She's had her fair share of challenges due to epilepsy. I'll share this interview with her over the weekend, as she needs to hear what you shared. May you heal and find peace. Lots of love ❤
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Hello Joan its a great pleasure meeting you
Joan Henschel, very well said, thanks. You are not along, and you are very important. So, sorry you are having to deal with this. So, sorry for what your daughter us having to go thur. Praying for you both. MAY GOD BLESS YALL 🙏
@@tracyparker550 Thank you so much.
@@davisrobert8847 Hi, Robert. Doing well, thanks. My medication has kicked in, praise God.
Ashley Judd is so brave to have shared this personal information on her family's behalf with such dignity. She looks SO much like her and Wynonna's beloved mother...what loving daughters Naomi Judd has (yes, Naomi still has her 2 daughters even though she's gone from us) to help carry on her memory. 💜
Hello Emily how are you doing today.
Diane Sawyer is so warm & comforting. Kind of a mother figure which was perfect for such a sad time for this family.
Love this it's so lovely and true 🤗❤
I lost my mom to suicide on 3/2/22 and I was the one who found her, so I know how this feels. My heart goes out to the Judd family and to anyone else who has lost a parent (or anyone they love) to suicide.
Prayers for you 🙏
So sorry for your loss. Hugs and blessings to you.
Thank you 💕
This piece is beyond heartbreaking…..no other words 😓
I'm sorry you had to do this so soon or at all. Common sense explained when you made the statement "we lost our momma to mental illines".That should of been all people needed.I am praying for your family to find the strength to recover from this tragedy.❤️
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They knew It would be told!
It hurts when you can't help someone you love so very much.
I feel so sorry for the family. That has got to be so tough. My prayers and thoughts go out to them. ❤️
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Hello Stephanie its a great pleasure meeting you
I have had issues with depression my whole life. I understand and share grief with everyone who does.
Nancy Pedelose so. Sorry you suffer with this too. You're not along, and you are very important. Please don't give up, keep on trying. I am praying for you. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
A beautiful and intelligent woman with a glorious gift.
I’m so sorry. I wish I could have written a letter to her to make her see her wonderfulness. Lost Angel.
May her memory be a blessing.
Ashley you are so beautifully articulate and composed.
I just lost a dear, close friend to suicide two days ago. My heart is shattered. The worst pain I've ever gone through. I so, so, so feel for the Judd family. Hearing Ashley speak, I wanted to reach out through my screen and blast her with hugs, comfort, and love. It would be cathartic to meet her some day and talk about this heavy subject privately. She knows. She understands. I'm in awe of her bravery to come out and speak the way she did. I did my best to channel that similar energy on my end, but no matter how we form our words, words simply can't describe pain and holes left in our hearts. May Naomi rest in love, and hope she has found her new self-love and freedom wherever she may roam in the universe.
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I hope you can find/join a good grief group. They're out there.
Peace
🙏🏾🙏🏾 Prayers for the whole family. I wished we lived in a world with more compassion, peace, respect, and understanding where this wouldn't have to even be disclosed.
The Grace. It comforts me in my own pain. Thank you Ashley.
She's doing this job beautifully and amazingly understanding and insightful
Oh Dear God sweet Ashley!! Again you girls just stay ever so close to each other. This is so hard to understand with someone as big as their mother was. Mental illness is not a sin. Trauma is just so sad. May God hold this family so very tight.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏and may God rest their mother's soul.
Ashley oozes elegancy and graciousness. I would love to get to meet her one day, not even just as a fellow actor, she has a calming gift.
I am so sorry for your loss Ashley! I have grown up over the years learning about your family's faith, strength, and belief in miracles! I get a lump in my throat when I try and find the right words to share with you, Wynonna and Pop. So many of your fans truly understand the COURAGE it took for you, to do this interview, and your reasons why! Let it be known that our hearts are breaking with you, we love you, and pray for you and your family during this difficult time! And I believe, all that you have been taught, your mother shines through today when you speak! Remember, what she said, when you were born, you are "the sunshine after a hard storm." Forever, in our hearts! Your words will travel far on this next journey and help the listener who needs to hear what you have to say so they can heal too! God Bless You!
Thanks, we'll said. Amen 🙏 MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
I have had depression most of my life !!!! I'm so sorry for your loss and thinking about you both ! Praying for you
We’re so proud of you Ashley ❤️
I also suffer from depression ptsd and anxiety. By the way Ashley I feel your family's pain. My prayers and love are with you
My heart goes out to the family. I too, lost my mother to depression and suicide. I never blamed my mother for what she did. It is a horrible disease. Too many people suffer with it and it is something they battle with all of their life. So proud of you Ashley that you were able to talk about this disease and from talking about it ,hoping that there is someone out there can know there is help for those who need it. May the Lord be with you and your family in the days ahead and that you keep your faith in the Lord, He will give you peace. It will come.
Incredible how much she looks like her Mama. Praying for her 🙏
That was painful to watch. My heart goes out to the family
Hello 👋 its a great pleasure meeting you
Love and prayers to them and anyone dealing with the loss of someone and also to everyone dealing with depression. My heart goes out to all.
Hello Valerie its a great pleasure meeting you
Thanks for the encouragement. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🙏
I am praying for these beautiful women, and their stepfather. I pray God comforts them in this time of intense grief. Mental illness doesn’t discriminate. I’m so sad for Naomi and that she couldn’t feel the love so many people have for her. R.I.P. Naomi, you will be greatly missed by so many.❤️❤️
My daughter and sister have depression, my daughter with unspecified bi polar , it’s so hard. Thank you for sharing this, love and hugs to your family at this time
Ashley is beautiful and always articulate. She made suicide so much more understandable. My heart breaks for her and her sister.
I never knew about this depression until the loss of my brother, my brother had diabetes then liver disease due to diabetes, he was under a great deal of stress from abuse from his wife and son. He would come and talk with me.
I knew he was planning something. He was taking medicine that removed ammonia the was going to his brain.
He told me he was going to have his Dr. To tell his wife to stop the constant bitching and yelling at him, and for his son to find another place to live.
The last time I spoke to him, he said he didn’t want to live anymore.
I told him not to do anything, just talk to me.
Well to cut this short, he stopped taking his medicine, and he developed an infection and slipped into a coma,
I knelt beside him to come back, seven days later he gave up his fight. I lost him. 65 years old.
I LOVE YOU MY BROTHER.
It's none of anyone's business! Except what you want to share. I just lost my Mom too it hurts so bad. The loss is unbearable. You all need to heal. God bless you and your family
That broke my heart💔 listening to her. I pray for their family 🙏🏾
My prayers go out to the Judd family! Thank you, Naomi, for everything you gave to us throughout the years. We learn so much from people's stories. We may never understand why someone takes their own life. We can only pray that your daughters can take one day at a time and hold your memories close to heart. Thank you, Ashey, for sharing this. It really shouldn't matter how someone chose to leave this world; all we can do is pray for the ones left be hide.
There could be no more beautiful words spoken to honor her mother. What a legacy she has left behind in both Ashley and Wynonna. Rest in peace.
My heart aches for the Judds and their loss. May God hold them in his loving embrace through this extremely difficult time. Love to all. ❤
Hello Sue its a great pleasure meeting you
Ashley You Are Helping Many Others Today. Thank You! I’m So Sorry for Your Loss and What You Had to See! 💚
My heartfelt condolences are sent to Ashley, Winona and their father at such an incredibly raw and painful time. You are so amazingly strong to be able to speak so openly about the passing of your Mum. May you all find peace, sending so much love. Such a tragedy.
Ashley did amazing. She handled this interview so beautifully. My thoughts and prayers with the Judd family.
Naomi had interferon-a treatment for Hepatitis C. That treatment goes on to cause major depressive disorder in up to 50% of patients. And sadly, the depression lasts for the rest of people's lives, long after the treatment stops.
Thank you for sharing this. I wondered if there was a correlation.
I’m so sorry that your mom lost her battle with depression. She fought hard. God be with her whole family and all who love her. RIP Naomi💔💐🥀
Sending prayers for Peace, Comfort and Strength for this family...God has each of you in the palm of his hands....Rest in Heavenly Peace Naomi...
Continued love and prayers for Ashley & Wynonna. ❤️
💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 Peace. To everyone who has ever suffered, and is suffering now, please make those calls. Reach out. Ashley, thank you for being who you are. Sending you and all your family cyber hugs and prayers for healing. Your mother's voice rings out with the angels.
Yup she described Anxiety to the letter. People tend to over use the terms but she described it perfectly.
i cannot believe she spoke so soon. ❤️
prayers for her, may she find a comfort and peace somehow amongst all of this pain.
Prayers for the family, lifting you all up during this time. Much love, may God hold your hearts 💕
Hello 👋 Teresa its a great pleasure meeting you
I have no words 😞
My heart breaks for you both 🙏🙏🙏💙💙💙
So full of grace, beauty and class. Every one of them. Naomi, Wynonna, and Ashley. Your souls radiate love, hope, and faith. Naomi was a strong lady who raised even stronger women. She is undoubtedly very proud of you Wynonna and Ashley. As am I. Bless you both and may you find comfort in how many were touched by your mama.
Ashley Judd, thank you for opening up your broken heart to share some details publicly that likely would have been shared by others in a less-desirable manner. I share your pain in mind & heart, and I am sincerely sorry for the trauma you and your family have to experience. I loved your dear Mother and her music. I did not know Naomi, but with this situation you have so eloquently described, her death will not be in vain. This truly makes one ponder the hell that mental illness inflicts on people, and compassion and love is key in dealing with those affected. God bless you and comfort you with peace.
A smile on the outside isn’t always on the inside
Ashley. Your mom knew that she was loved by family as well as fans. Mentally illness takes a toll on ones soul. I lost my daughter on New Years Eve rt before the pandemic. I hurt everyday but I know I must go one because I have other relatives that need me to be strong. You girls hang in there. ❤🙏🏿
Hello sherril its a great pleasure meeting you
Sherril Parks, so, very sorry for your loss. You are not along. Thanks for holding on for others. Please don't give up, keep trying. Praying for you and your family. MAY GOD BLESS YALL 🙏
May Naomi finally know peace. Ashley, you are showing a strength and grace not many have. God bless you all….
Bless them all, my heart breaks for them .Ashley, you are a shining example of the wonderfulness of having been raised by your Mom. I'm sure she is so very proud of you girls and the grace with which you're both dealing with this.My prayers are with you all
Ashley's grief is so very raw and clear.
😭 Such a compound trauma to go through... Lifting her and the family in prayer!
Thanks and Amen
So sorry for your loss! Hugs and prayers!
The moment I heard the news, I knew the hall of fame induction was the catalyst. It was impossible for her to step into that next day. I understand. Depression is evil. It completely warps your self image and you believe what it tells you. Naomi, you were so beautiful and loved. Words weren't powerful enough to convince you. We understand. Your daughters will carry the torch, wounded, but they will carry it. Peace be upon you all.
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@@fredalex8389 please, thus Is not the time are place.
I had the same thought. I feel like too much pressure is put on celebrities and unfortunately the ones already struggling just can’t handle it. I think this about Carrie Fisher as well. I know she didn’t take her own life but I believe the stress and pressure of being in the new Star Wars movies was just too much for her. These people are so beloved by so many and we want so much from them. It’s the saddest thing in the world when they wind up paying with their life. 🥺😢😭
She’s so beautiful and well spoken. I’m soft for their loss
Naomi is finally at peace. It's gut-wrenching to know that while her pain has ended, her family's has just begun.