“Even Disney princesses are terrified sometimes” — that’s how Frozen star Patti Murin who plays Anna in the Broadway show concluded an Instagram post she made today revealing why she missed a performance last night. Murin shared that she decided to cancel after facing a “massive anxiety attack” earlier in the day. The actress went on to say. “Anxiety and depression are real diseases that affect so many of us. It requires a lot of rest and self care to heal every time it becomes more than I can handle in my daily life.” She also commended Disney for their understanding and support before offering some words for those suffering from similar afflictions. “Just remember that you’re not alone, your feelings are real, and this is not your fault,” she said.
Following Murin’s post, Josh Gad who voiced Olaf in the film Frozen voiced his support for the actress on Twitter:
Frozen is currently performing on Broadway at the St. James Theatre.