Speaking Up
A shocking moment for fans came when Claire posted a photo of herself in a hospital bed. Fans quickly sent in their well wishes and hoped she was okay. Later, Claire revealed the meaning behind the post. She wanted to show everyone that life is not always picture perfect and she openly admitted that she suffers from severe depression, anxiety disorder, and borderline Bipolar Disorder. “I have chosen to share my unfiltered story,” Claire wrote, “because I feel an immense responsibility as someone who has experienced the recovery process to share with those who are struggling that there IS help.”
Role Model
The moment Claire chose to speak up about her mental issues, she became a role model. So many people, especially those under the spotlight, would have chosen to remain quiet. That’s just how its always been. However Claire used her fame as a platform to project light onto a sensitive topic, one that most shy away from. She was truly ahead of her time.