Liam Payne may no longer be with us, but his legacy will live on. Fans are making SURE of it.
In the days since the One Direction alum’s tragic passing in Buenos Aires, Argentina, fans around the globe have struggled to put into words what the late singer meant to them. But instead of letting their pain simmer, they’re redirecting it in an attempt to create positive change within the industry.
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Over the weekend, a Change.org petition was launched in honor of Liam. The intent? To protect the mental health of artists in the entertainment industry. It’s gone viral on social media with the hashtag #LiamsLaw and has already garnered just north of 30,000 signatures as of this writing. The description is as follows:
“The entertainment industry, acclaimed for its glamor and stardom, is equally infamous for the enormous pressure it exerts on the mental health of artists. Resultant issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, substance misuse and even suicide are alarmingly high. According to research, performers are 2-3 times more likely to suffer from these issues compared to the general population.”
Liam sadly battled an array of demons, including substance abuse, over the past several years. The troubled singer ended his own life by jumping from his 4th story balcony at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel. We don’t know his intentions, but what we do know is he that he was high as a kite. And even the drug use seemed to be a direct result of stress and emotional instability.
The petition goes on:
“In recent news of Liam Payne’s tragic death as many others, the entertainment industry needs to be held accountable and be responsible to the welfare of their artists. We seek to implore lawmakers to create legislation safeguarding the mental health of artists within the industry. Such a law would necessitate regular mental health check-ups, adequate rest periods, and the presence of mental health professionals on-set, including any ongoing support during their career. It will ensure a healthier, safer, and more conducive working environment for artists to cultivate their talents reducing psychological distress. This would also include early interventions to protect and minimize before it’s too late. Furthermore, the increasing rate of musicians who die before the age of 35, is concerning. We need to act now!”
This is compelling, we have to admit! There certainly have been a lot of cases of mental health and substance abuse issues in young stars. And when celebs die, the ripple effects are enormous on the psyches of their millions of fans.
The pitch concludes:
“The artist’s role is invaluable not just in the world of entertainment but also in society. Let us ensure their protection and wellbeing. Your signature could be a lifeline for these talented individuals, contributing to a larger movement of mental health awareness and care in industries worldwide. Please, sign the petition. #LiamsLaw”
You can visit the petition website HERE to learn more. Will YOU be signing??
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