Lena Dunham Plans Memoir Chronicling Decade of Struggle, Fame

Lena Dunham is set to release her memoir, Famesick, on April 14, 2026, after a seven-year writing process that began shortly after her 2018 rehab for benzodiazepine addiction. The book reflects on a tumultuous decade in her life, exploring how her health struggles intersected with her rise to fame as the creator and star of HBO's Girls, and delves into themes of ambition, illness, and the societal pressures on women. Dunham has emphasized her commitment to telling "the truth and nothing but the truth" with honesty, humility, and humor, supported by her longtime editor. She described the memoir as a place to process her experiences over time, contrasting it with her previous immediate writing style during her twenties. Additionally, Dunham shared that moving to London and marrying Luis Felber reignited her creative passion, though she sometimes feels like an outsider socially. Overall, Famesick is a candid examination of the personal costs of fame and creative life, as well as the healing journey through illness and self-discovery.