In her upcoming documentary "Child Actor," Demi Lovato reveals a chilling incident from her childhood: high school girls circulated a petition calling for her to take her own life.
Demi Lovato's upcoming documentary, "Child Actor," is shedding light on the darker side of early fame and the devastating toll it can take on young lives. In the trailer, Lovato makes a startling revelation: as a high school student, she was subjected to a cruel and heartless suicide petition.
"The popular girls signed a suicide petition," Lovato claims in the trailer, referencing a time when she was just a teenager. This shocking incident underscores the intense pressure and scrutiny child stars face, and the sometimes unimaginable challenges they endure behind the scenes.
Demi Lovato's Dark Confession: "Popular Girls Signed a Suicide Petition
The trailer offers no further context, leaving viewers with a sense of unease and disbelief. However, it does include poignant reflections from Lovato on the price she has paid for her early success.
"I wouldn't end up where I am had I not made all the choices leading up to this point," Lovato says in the trailer. "But it came at a price."
Demi Lovato's Dark Confession: "Popular Girls Signed a Suicide Petition
Lovato's documentary also delves into her relationship with drugs and the impact it had on her life. She recalls being introduced to substances at a young age and grappling with addiction throughout her adolescence and young adulthood.
In conversation with fellow former child star Drew Barrymore, Lovato discusses the lack of guidance and support available to young actors navigating the treacherous waters of the entertainment industry. Barrymore, who had her own experiences with drugs and addiction, shares her perspective on the dangers of precocious fame.
Demi Lovato's Dark Confession: "Popular Girls Signed a Suicide Petition
"There definitely is not a manual on how to navigate this industry at such a young age," Lovato says in the trailer. "I wouldn’t end up where I am had I not made all the choices leading up to this point. But it came at a price."
Lovato landed her first major role at the age of six in the popular children's show "Barney & Friends." Her career took off in her early teens with her breakout role in the Disney Channel series "As the Bell Rings." In 2008, she starred alongside the Jonas Brothers in the hit film "Camp Rock," which propelled her to stardom.
Demi Lovato's Dark Confession: "Popular Girls Signed a Suicide Petition
In the years that followed, Lovato's personal life became intertwined with her professional struggles. She battled addiction, eating disorders, and mental health issues. In 2018, she suffered a near-fatal overdose, a life-altering event that forced her to confront her demons.
Today, Lovato is a survivor, an outspoken advocate for mental health awareness, and a role model for young people facing similar challenges. Her documentary promises to be a raw and honest account of the price of fame and the resilience of the human spirit.
Lovato's documentary, "Child Actor," premieres on Hulu on September 17, 2022.
