‘Supergirl' Star Chyler Leigh Felt Relieved With Bipolar Diagnosis

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Published 2019-12-22
Chyler Leigh of CW’s “Supergirl” is opening up about her bipolar diagnosis and mental health journey for the first time as she partners with Be Vocal: Speak Up for Mental Health, an initiative that encourages people across America to speak up and advocate for mental health. Chyler told Access Hollywood that it took her nearly a decade to feel comfortable talking about her mental health journey in public, but she wants to encourage others to speak out and know that they’re not alone. Plus, the actress reveals that there are certain parts of her “uniqueness” that help her dig into her emotions on the set of “Supergirl” in order to continue her incredible performance as Alex Danvers.

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‘Supergirl' Star Chyler Leigh Felt Relieved With Bipolar Diagnosis
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All Comments (21)
  • @walasami9030
    Deep respect to Chyler always liked since her GA days.
  • Can Chyler be any cooler and wonderful. Love her as Alex on Supergirl and she is amazing beside Melissa as the Danvers sisters.
  • I love that Chyler is advocating for comprehensive conversation about mental health and partnering with an organization that provides resource and information. 👏👏 advocacy and resources go hand and hand. Love her for this open honestly too💙
  • @boromin999
    I had no idea that she struggled with these issues, I love her as Alex I think she's a great actress and now I know this its only given me more respect for her and has made me relate to her more she is definitely a inspiration for everyone who struggles with mental health issues
  • @sarahursic1151
    The more i listen to what she has to say the more i respect her . she is also very eloquent and comprehensive with her words . Amazing!
  • Chyler and Melissa are two strong beautiful honest women I just love them.Best actresses on Supergirl.
  • @Neelt2001
    5:14 "Sometimes the most important thing to do is just listen." As a mental health advocate (& a patient) I feel this quote cannot be overstated. Kudos to Chyler for putting it out there.
  • "I wasn't given room to speak, about how I was feeling " and being put "in a position of strength that I didn't necessarily have" at around the same age as Chyler. Oh boy, I know how that feels. No wonder there is such depth of feelings in her portrayals. Good luck Chyler. All strength to you.
  • She's so beautiful. I think she has such a strong soul to be open and advocating for herself and for others shamelessly and bringing awareness to the disorder and sharing with others there is hope out there as well as resources and support systems within arms reach.
  • She will always be Lexie grey to me! I’m so happy she’s speaking out about mental health xxxx
  • @bbsy1
    Another actor on this show that helps me even though she doesn’t know it. Well at least she helped me in this interview. I wish her all the best.
  • OMFGGG.... She LITERALLY just rose up SIGNIFICANTLY in my list of my fav actresses of ALL TIME.... 😳😳😳.... Considering the fact that I have a full blown quintuple diagnosis of OCD, ADHD, Tourette's Syndrome, Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), and Bipolar Type 1 Disorder.... Luv ya Chyler... you're LITERALLY amazing!! Especially since I'm such a big fan of Supergirl and the Arrowverse!! (Btw, on that note, just wanted to say that I can't say that for the latter half of Crisis on Infinite Earths!!! Still have a bit of catching up to do but I'll be sure to keep an eye for u personally!!! 😜😜😜😘😘😘). Finally, in conclusion, just wanted to say that your husband, Nathan, your kids, the rest of your fam, and your friends are INCREDIBLY lucky to have u in their life!!! Wishing you all the best this holiday season and New Year's 2020!!! #ChylerLeigh #MentalHealth #Amazing #Awareness #LetsEndStigma #Arrowverse #Supergirl #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear #2020 #Farewell2019
  • @eju123
    I'm bipolar as well, and it's awesome to hear these wise words from such an amazing actress and person. Go Chyler!!!
  • Props to this girl. As a recovering addict I can't imagine going thru what we go thru under so much public scrutiny. God bless her
  • She is so strong talking about her struggle. I don't feel alone or ashamed of my depression
  • @Missdragonfruit
    😔😔😔Very important to talk about mental health issues🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻And I hope she feels better.
  • People like her makes me feel less alone with my mental health. She is so steong
  • she was killing me with those brown eyes, she is so brave and smart wish her and her family the best.
  • @RahulM007
    Chyler Leigh is such a sweetheart. She is intelligent, beautiful and a brave person in general.