The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett David Harewood: The Chilling Story Of How A Hollywood Star Lost His Mind
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Oct 10, 2022 David Harewood, an acclaimed British actor renowned for his roles in Homeland and Supergirl, unfolds his gripping journey through mental health challenges. He shares how his experiences with psychosis, and the pressures of societal expectations, shaped his identity and creativity. Harewood discusses the lack of representation in media and its effect on self-acceptance, alongside the therapeutic role acting played in his healing. His candid insights reveal how vulnerability can foster resilience and inspire others in the industry.
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Brick Through the Window
- At five years old, a brick came through David Harewood's window during cartoon time.
- This instilled fear and became a symbol of being targeted due to his race.
Racist Chants at Football Game
- As a child, David Harewood sat in the Leeds United fan section during a game.
- He was met with racist chants and slurs, leaving him shaken despite his mother's advice to hold his head up.
Father's Deterioration
- In his early teens, David Harewood's father's mental health deteriorated.
- He found his father's typewriter with the word "illness" typed, foreshadowing his father's sectioning.
