Wentworth Miller News: Actor Reveals Suicidal Tendencies Amidst Fat-Shaming Internet Memes

By Jenn Loro - 29 Mar '16 11:49AM
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Wentworth Miller hits back and revealed that this week's fat-shaming meme about him is not funny at all and has, in fact, reflected a very painful phase in his life.

Originally posted of the LAD Bible, the meme mocks the 43-year old's body transformation by showing two pictures of his fit and hunky Prison Break and the unhealthy version of the actor in a loose red shirt with some flab underneath it.

In an essay posted in his official Facebook page, the British-borne actor shared the shocking struggles that he felt in that phase when the photo was taken.

"Today I found myself the subject of an Internet meme. Not for the first time. This one, however, stands out from the rest .In 2010, semi-retired from acting, I was keeping a low-profile for a number of reasons. First and foremost, I was suicidal. This is a subject I've since written about, spoken about, shared about. But at the time I suffered in silence. As so many do. The extent of my struggle known to very, very few," he wrote.

The actor went on to continue that the Facebook memes hurt him but said he is already strong and is ready to forgive and get healed.

"...I have to admit, it hurt to breathe. But as with everything in life, I get to assign meaning. And the meaning I assign to this/ my image is Strength. Healing. Forgiveness".

Upon noticing the actor's response, the LAD Bible issued an apology for their obvious fat-shaming stance of their meme.

"We posted two pictures of you last night to our Facebook page, but today we want to say we've got this very, very wrong. Mental health is no joke or laughing matter.

We certainly didn't want to cause you pain by reminding you of such a low point in your life. Causing distress and upset to innocent or vulnerable people is simply not acceptable," the group wrote after taking down the memes uploaded in their site.

In his essay, Wentworth Miller left a message to fans who felt down and depressed like him. He further added some links to organizations who can help them if the suicidal pangs are strong.

"Reach out. Text. Send an email. Pick up the phone if they are struggling," he said.

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