Funke Akindele, a celebrated Nollywood actress and filmmaker, has opened up about a painful chapter in her life triggered by public ridicule during her political campaign.
Speaking in a heartfelt interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Funke revealed that intense mockery over her marital status left her emotionally shattered, forcing her to seek therapy for the first time.
The actress, who ran as the Deputy Governorship candidate for Lagos State under the PDP in the 2023 general elections, said the criticism she faced went beyond politics.
She recounted watching a viral video where women mocked her for not having a husband—an experience that pushed her to tears.
She admitted that although she had long known the value of therapy, she avoided it due to fears that people might gossip about her. But after that emotional breakdown, she realized she could no longer keep pretending to be strong.
According to Funke, while her professional successes are widely recognized, the emotional toll of public judgment is rarely understood.
She added that platforms like TikTok and Instagram only show highlights of her life, not the battles behind the scenes.
Encouraging others, she advised anyone dealing with internal struggles to seek professional help rather than bottling up their emotions. Her story sheds light on the hidden pain public figures endure and the importance of mental health support.
Source: NewsandVibes.com
