Little Mix's Jesy Nelson opens up about her body image and mental health battles for new BBC documentary
JESY Nelson has announced that she is making a documentary for the BBC that focuses on body image and mental health.
The 27-year-old Little Mix star said that she wants to "make a change" as she revealed her exciting new project, with the singer previously opening up about being targeted by trolls since finding fame on The X Factor in 2011.
After teasing that she had some exciting news last night, Jesy took to her Instagram page to share a video.
Wearing a baggy denim shirt and with her short, brunette hair straight around her shoulders, Jesy said: "I can finally announce I am making a film for the BBC and it's something that is really, really close to my heart.
"It's about mental health awareness. One in four men and women suffer from mental health and it's a subject I personally think we don't speak about enough.
"I am making this film because I really, really want to make a change and a difference to other people's lives."
She rounded off the video by teasing: "More details are coming soon. I am so happy to finally say that I am doing this."
Jesy addressed her experiences with trolls in the video's caption, which read: "Mental health awareness is something we should all be talking about more.
"Having suffered myself I decided I want to do something about it.
"So I’m pleased to announce I'm making a film with the BBC, telling my own personal story and exploring how social media, body shaming and trolling is effecting the mental health of young people."
The announcement was well-received by fans, who commented on the post to praise Jesy for opening up.
One wrote: "This is so important, I'm really proud of you, Jesy."
Another said: "Just, thank you. So much."
A third commented: "Well done, you are a massive role model for so many."
The official press release for the upcoming film adds further detail, saying: "Having lived in the spotlight and under the intense scrutiny of the media for the past seven years, Jesy will bring this unique insight and passion to the documentary, as she shares her very personal experiences and talks to young people who have been affected."
BBC Three controller Fiona Campbell added: "BBC Three has a rich history of delivering impactful films and we’re really pleased that we can provide a platform for Jesy to tell her story.
"As a young female in a successful girl band where intense scrutiny from the public is the norm, Jesy offers a unique perspective on the impact social media can have on an individual and their mental health.
"It promises to be an eye-opening watch, full of universal themes which will no doubt resonate with our audience."
The documentaty will air on BBC One after it has premiered on sister channel BBC Three.
Jesy is the latest in a long line of celebs to speak out on mental health in recent days, with the singer also supporting her boyfriend Chris Hughes as he mourns the death of his Love Island 2017 co-star Mike Thalassitis.
Mike's tragic passing has triggered an overhaul in how the reality show's producers support the stars after they leave the show, with Love Island bosses outlining their plans for better after-care in a letter to The Sun.
YOU'RE NOT ALONE
EVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicide.
It doesn't discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers.
It's the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes.
And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women.
Yet it's rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now.
That is why The Sun launched the You're Not Alone campaign.
The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives.
Let's all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others.
You're Not Alone.
If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support:
- CALM, www.thecalmzone.net, 0800 585 858
- Heads Together, www.headstogether.org.uk
- Mind, www.mind.org.uk, 0300 123 3393
- Papyrus, www.papyrus-uk.org, 0800 068 41 41
- Samaritans, www.samaritans.org, 116 123
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