Blackpink's Rosé shared her personal struggles with mental health and loneliness in a public conversation with First Lady Jill Biden at Apple's headquarters in California. The event was organized by Dr. Biden and APEC to promote mental wellness on the occasion of their summit in the Bay Area.
In her introduction, Biden praised Rosé as an immensely talented musician who uses her influence for good. She commended the Blackpink star for courageously sharing her story to help others facing similar challenges.
Speaking candidly, Rosé acknowledged that despite widespread fame, she still grapples with feelings of isolation at times. She described several low points in her career journey where mental wellbeing was tested. However, prioritizing self-care helped Rosé complete a successful world tour while connecting with fans.
The K-pop star expressed hope that society could become more accepting of struggles celebrities also face privately. "I do feel like some of the things I do is just never enough, and no matter how hard I work on something, there’s always gonna be somebody who has their own opinion or who enjoy taking control of the narrative" she said. This constant scrutiny leaves Rosé feeling lonely at times.
Rosé urged taking mental health as seriously as physical health. "Just as we feed ourselves for better health and fitness, mental health can only be maintained equally — if not more intentionally — as our physical well being," she stressed.
She reminded the audience that true self-worth depends not on current circumstances, but on personal values and principles. Rosé's moving testimony shed light on the importance of prioritizing mental wellness for all.