SHE'S A SURVIVOR
Destiny’s Child singer Michelle Williams checks into mental health facility for depression
Williams, 37, is being treated at a facility outside Los Angeles and has been there for at least several days
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“For years I have dedicated myself to increasing awareness of mental health and empowering people," to fans on Tuesday evening.
"To recognise when it’s time to seek help, support and guidance from those that love and care for your well-being.
She added: “Today I proudly, happily and healthily stand here as someone who will continue to always lead by example as I tirelessly advocate for the betterment of those in need."
Williams has been open about her mental health struggles.
Last year, she talked about depression
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The Bootylicious singer revealed she had felt suicidal in the past.
“I didn’t know until I was in my thirties what was going on. I just thought it was growing pains,” she said at the time.
“I’ve been suffering since the age of between 13 and 15. At that age, I didn’t know what to call it.”
Williams’ reps did not reply to an immediate request for comment.
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A version of this story originally appeared on Page Six.
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