Angelu De Leon, ibinahagi ang naranasang depresyon dulot ng kanyang naging kondisyon
- Angelu De Leon opened up about her struggle with Bell’s Palsy and depression
- She emphasized that a person’s worth goes beyond physical appearance
- The actress continues to balance showbiz, public service, and her academic journey
- Angelu recently celebrated the 31st anniversary of her iconic teen series T.G.I.S
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Actress and Pasig City councilor Angelu De Leon has opened up about the emotional struggles she experienced while dealing with Bell’s Palsy, including a period of depression that challenged how she viewed herself and her worth.
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De Leon first experienced an attack of Bell’s Palsy in 2009, with the condition recurring in 2016. According to the Mayo Clinic, Bell’s Palsy is a condition that “causes sudden weakness in the muscles on one side of the face.”
The actress has been candid about how difficult the condition was for her, particularly in an industry where physical appearance can often be closely associated with one’s career.
In a Facebook post on August 12, De Leon reflected on what she learned from her experience and emphasized the importance of valuing oneself beyond physical appearance.
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“Natutunan ko na hindi doon nasusukat ang halaga ko. Maaaring ang mukha ang puhunan sa showbiz, pero ang buhay, pagkatao, at halaga natin ay higit pa sa ating panlabas na anyo. Health is wealth. Huwag nating balewalain ang ating kalusugan. Huwag nating hintaying may mangyari bago natin alagaan ang ating sarili,” she added.
Her message came as she continued moving forward after her recovery. Beyond her work in showbiz, De Leon remains active in public service as a councilor representing the 2nd district of Pasig City.
She is also pursuing her education at Arellano University through the Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP). The program allows eligible enrollees to earn a college diploma by converting relevant work experience into course units toward a bachelor’s degree.
On August 15, the 46-year-old actress shared another milestone in her academic journey, revealing that she had already presented three thesis title proposals.
“Mag-uumpisa na sa exciting part! Nag-present na ako ng 3 Thesis title proposal! Lord, gabayan Mo ako at bigyan ng confidence, wisdom, at lakas. Laban, Angelu!”
While navigating her health, public service, and studies, De Leon also took time to look back on one of the projects that helped shape her career.
Earlier this month, she celebrated the 31st anniversary of her hit teen-oriented program T.G.I.S. (Thank God It's Sabado), which launched her career alongside her love-team partner Bobby Andrews. The pair became known as Peachy and Wacks, one of the memorable teen couples from the show.
In a nostalgic Facebook post, De Leon shared a photo with co-star Raven Villanueva, who portrayed her best friend in the series.
“TGIS!!! I will always and forever be grateful for this show and everybody involved. Maraming salamat din sa lahat ng nagmahal ng show namin. THANK GOD talaga!” Angelu wrote.
Angelu de Leon is a prominent Filipina actress who achieved widespread stardom in the 1990s as a lead star in iconic teen drama series like T.G.I.S. She has maintained a prolific career in Philippine television and cinema for decades and currently serves as a city councilor in Pasig.
In another report from last year, Angelu de Leon amused netizens with a relatable post about an old shirt she still loved using as sleepwear. The actress and Pasig councilor admitted that she had a hard time getting rid of certain clothes because they remained comfortable enough to wear at night. Her candid admission prompted many people online to share jokes about their own worn-out and even hole-filled clothes. Angelu also responded to several comments, further showing her down-to-earth and relatable personality.
Meanwhile, Angelu de Leon publicly expressed her support for Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto through a social media post. She shared a black-and-white text card on Instagram and included the hashtag “#IStandWithMayorVicoSotto” to make her position clear. The post came after Vico gained attention for a viral statement involving journalists.
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