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Star Wars Actor Jake Lloyd Breaks Silence On Mental Health Struggle, Mother Describes Star Wars Fans as “Therapeutic” Despite Media Narratives

Star Wars Actor Jake Lloyd Breaks Silence On Mental Health Struggle, Mother Describes Star Wars Fans as “Therapeutic” Despite Media Narratives

Jake Lloyd, best known for his role as young Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, has been released following an 18-month stint in a mental health facility as a result of what has been described as a “psychotic break.” Now in a rehab facility, Lloyd shared an inspiring update on his mental health journey. 

Despite the ongoing media narrative that “toxic Star Wars fans” caused Lloyd’s problems, his mother actually praised and thanked the fans, saying their interactions with her son have been “theraputic.” 

Alyssa Mercante Sues Smash JT: YouTuber Alleges Doxing and Family Endangerment

Alyssa Mercante Sues Smash JT: YouTuber Alleges Doxing and Family Endangerment

Former Kotaku Senior Editor Alyssa Mercante filed a lawsuit against YouTube personality Smash JT, alleging stochastic terrorism, defamation, bias-related violence or intimidation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and tortious interference. While announcing and sharing the filing on X, Mercante disclosed Smash JT’s physical address to her followers. Many of these followers have a history of hostility and threats toward the popular YouTuber.