Chappell Roan Discusses Fame and Mental Health

Chappell Roan, the 26-year-old pop star known for her hit album 'The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess,' discussed her rapid rise to fame and its impact on her mental health during a recent event at the Grammy Museum. Roan, whose real name is Kayleigh Rose Amstutz, explained that her stage persona, Chappell, allows her to cope with the pressures of celebrity life, stating, "I just can’t be here all the time. It’s just too much." The album, released in September 2023, took five years to complete and has spent 32 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart. Roan acknowledged the disorienting effects of her newfound fame, reflecting that everything in her life feels "out of whack right now" as significant career milestones unfolded within just five months. She also recounted the challenges of releasing her song "Pink Pony Club" during the pandemic, which marked a transformative shift in her style and approach to performance. Roan's candid discussion highlights how fame has affected her mental health, emphasizing the need for an evolving routine amidst her rapid ascent in the music industry.