Australian music sensation Kylie Minogue, often celebrated as an icon and a beloved figure in the LGBTQ+ community, has candidly revealed that her decades-long experience in the unforgiving glare of fame has taken a toll on her mental health.
In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, the “Padam Padam” hitmaker disclosed the challenges she faced in maintaining her well-being and privacy amidst the relentless demands of stardom.
Kylie’s journey in the entertainment industry commenced in the 1980s when she gained recognition in both her native Australia and the United Kingdom for her role in the popular soap opera, “Neighbours.” Following her departure from the show in 1988, she transitioned into the music scene with her debut hit single, “Locomotion.”
Since then, Kylie Minogue has solidified her status as an iconic figure, boasting an impressive record of seven number one albums on the ARIA Albums Chart, the most by any female Australian artist. In the United Kingdom, she holds the distinction of being the first woman to achieve a number one ranking on the Official Albums Chart for five consecutive decades.
Her latest single, “Padam Padam,” from her eagerly anticipated upcoming album, has not only captured hearts but also carved its place as a cherished queer anthem, sparking a wave of viral memes and unifying gay communities across the internet.
Kylie emphasized the importance of safeguarding not just her own well-being but also that of her family. She shared, “I was able to manage that myself and with my family and close friends and navigate those waters. It wasn’t a decision to stay private; it was a reaction to protect myself and to shield my family because they would go through it with you,” explained the “Can’t Get You Out of My Head” singer.
When probed about her strategies for avoiding the relentless spotlight and preserving her privacy, Kylie elucidated that her approach incorporates an element of “common sense” but does necessitate some personal sacrifices. She further elaborated, “I can really go from doing a full kind of blitz of doing it all and then stop and recalibrate.”
In a candid revelation, Kylie Minogue acknowledged her ongoing struggles with self-esteem in the context of her performances, despite achieving legendary status as an artist. She remarked, “Every artist that’s ever existed was also riddled with insecurity and self-doubt and all of that stuff. But I feel like now it’s okay.” The “Tension” singer attributed her evolving perspective to her age, suggesting that it has allowed her to adopt a more circumspect outlook on her journey.
