Jake Lloyd in Recovery at Mental Health Facility, Mother Reveals
The 'Star Wars' actor's struggles with paranoid schizophrenia are genetic, not related to his film role.
- Jake Lloyd, known for his role as young Anakin Skywalker in 'Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace,' is currently in a mental health facility following a psychotic break.
- Lloyd's mother, Lisa, has shared that his mental health issues, including paranoid schizophrenia, are believed to be genetic and not caused by his 'Star Wars' role.
- Despite stepping away from acting and facing significant mental health challenges, Jake Lloyd remains a passionate fan of the 'Star Wars' franchise.
- Lloyd is about 10 months into an 18-month stay at a mental health rehabilitation facility, showing signs of improvement according to his mother.
- The actor's struggles began in high school, with symptoms worsening over time, leading to a diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia and anosognosia.