Nollywood icon Funke Akindele has revealed a deeply personal struggle she faced after enduring a wave of mockery on social media over her marital status.
The actress and filmmaker, while appearing on the Chude Live Conversation Show alongside other entertainers, spoke candidly about the emotional toll public judgment took on her.
According to Funke, a viral video surfaced online where a group of women ridiculed her for not being in a relationship. The clip, which spread widely across social platforms, triggered intense emotional pain and left her reeling.
Although known for her resilience and success in both film and politics, the actress admitted that this particular incident shook her to her core.
The pressure from constant online commentary about her personal life, especially those fixated on her past marriages, became unbearable.
She described how the situation led to overwhelming emotions, prompting her to seek professional help through therapy. That decision, she explained, was a turning point in her healing process.
Funke disclosed that confiding in a therapist helped her find clarity and regain the mental strength she needed to carry on.
Speaking about her journey, she emphasized the importance of opening up and not bottling emotions—especially when constantly in the public eye.
Despite the emotional turbulence, the experience became a source of strength for her.
She used that period of mockery and internal struggle as creative fuel, eventually channeling her story into a film project. The transformation from emotional breakdown to artistic expression has, in her words, fortified her against future challenges.
Her message to others going through similar pressures was clear: mental health matters, and no one should feel ashamed to ask for help.
Source: NewsandVibes.com
