Game of Thrones' Hannah Murray found a wellness cult – and lost her mind
Hannah Murray, known for her roles in 'Skins' and 'Game of Thrones', reflects on her tumultuous journey after becoming involved in a wellness cult. This experience led to a severe mental health crisis, resulting in her being sectioned and diagnosed with bipolar disorder. In her memoir, she explores the intersection of hedonism and the self-help industry that contributed to her struggles.
- ▪Hannah Murray experienced a psychotic episode after being drawn into a wellness cult.
- ▪She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder following her mental health crisis.
- ▪Murray's memoir, 'The Make-Believe', examines her decade-long journey through the wellness and spiritual world.
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| Original publisher | the Guardian |
| Canonical URL | https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/may/23/hannah-murray-interview-wellness-cult-sectioned |
| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 09:51:28 +0000 |
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Hannah Murray, photographed in London last month. Photograph: Chantel King/The GuardianView image in fullscreenHannah Murray, photographed in London last month. Photograph: Chantel King/The GuardianMovies‘I thought I was the saviour of the planet’: how Game of Thrones’ Hannah Murray found a wellness cult – and lost her mindShe landed a role in hit TV show Skins at 17 and went on to star in the fantasy epic. Then she was drawn towards a mysterious spiritual community. How did she end up being sectioned? ‘This is a test.
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