Celebrities Stand Up For Suicide Prevention
According to the American Foundation For Suicide Prevention, suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States and in 2018, a whopping 48,344 Americans died by suicide.
Celebrities have also been a part of these suicide statistics. In 2017, Chester Bennington of Linkin Park hanged himself, in 2019 Kpop singer Goo Hara killed herself, and in 2013 actress Jiah Khan hanged herself.
Suicide prevention is simply a collection of efforts executed to reduce the risk of suicide.
Some ways in which we can help the suicide prevention movement is by treating mental illness, improving the coping strategies of at-risk people, and reducing poverty.
Believe it or not, some of the biggest supporters of suicide prevention have also been some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Celebrities like Demi Lovato, Tyler Oakley, and Ed Sheeran have all stepped out at some point to share their own stories, and do whatever they could for the cause and people in need.
Swipe through the gallery and check out more Hollywood stars who are standing up for this very important project.
Demi Lovato
The former Disney star arrives at the Roc Nation Pre-Grammy Brunch in Beverly Hills, where she shares her personal story with suicide and encourages others to do the same through ‘Be Vocal: Speak Up For Mental Health.’
Mayim Bialik
On June 5, 2017, the actress attends the 2017 JED Gala to support mental health of teenagers and young adults in New York.
Ed Sheeran
Ed gives a moving performance at Music 4 Mental Health, held in London on November 18, 2018.
Judith Light
The actress steps out and shows her support at the GLSEN Respect Awards on October 25, 2019.
Rita Ora
On December 5, 2019, the singer performs on stage during the Avicii Tribute Concert For Mental Health Awareness to honor the DJ.
Tyler Oakley
The out and proud YouTuber suits up and steps out on June 17, 2019 to support the Trevor Project campaign in New York.
