Chappell Roan explains how bipolar II disorder was triggered by rapid rise to fame

Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Her 2020 single, “Pink Pony Club,” had achieved success on the video sharing platform, bolstered by the singer’s TikToks about the music industry and dating in Los Angeles. After decades of struggling with her mental health, the “Red Wine Supernova” singer was diagnosed with bipolar II disorder at age 22. Last month, Roan made a staunch public statement about personal boundaries after she shared multiple social media posts about “crazy” fan behavior. The “Femininomenon” singer later emphasized her stance in another statement posted on Instagram, in which she explained why she must “draw lines and set boundaries” when it comes to interactions with her fans.