Margot Kidder (The Definitive Lois Lane) | Mental Health & Personality

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[@Jinxiefoo]

I absolutely LOVE the thought that we shouldn't "disrespect the struggle." That is a beautiful sentiment and is so true.

[@mrsmacca126]

Eloquently said

[@erikbentley9005]

Me too.

[@BucketHeadianHagg]

Agree .. and Dr Todd makes learning about the topics covered actually fun and interesting, so the info is easy to retain ❤

[@smallbee1234]

Good point and well put.

[@kdt3006]

He is so compassionate

[@sherunswithscissors]

Thank you for speaking so compassionately about Margo Kidder. Her mom was my grade 10 history teacher. That year Margot posed for Playboy (and wrote the article) - her mom would not speak her name. 2 years later she was in Superman. Even then, long before she was diagnosed, I remember feeling badly for Margot, for the way her family seemed to disown her.

[@christinesbetterknitting4533]

It seems like she made a deliberate choice that went against her family's values and shamed them. If both sides didn't work toward a reconciliation, the estrangement was inevitable.

[@bostonbob9667]

wow that is heartbreaking

[@rdietz7]

Addiction is a family disease. If they don’t all get healthy it would be hard for the addict to find sobriety.

[@meganivanyos3232]

@@johnmclawson3982 amen!

[@sherunswithscissors]

@@rdietz7 - I think she was estranged from her family - at any rate, she was in Los Angeles and her family were in Vancouver.

[@jimpatterson1111]

Margot Kidder was a resident of my home town, and my current residence of Livingston, MT. My wife and I would frequently run into her at the local dog park. Talking with her was a genuine pleasure. Gracious, funny, giving. She was truly a Grande Dame.

[@PsyCodeqz]

interesting, she was the most beautiful woman during that time of Superman 1. Last time i saw her was in Tale of the Crypt as an old lady. I really wish she had kids, she had the most cutest look that just got lost in time. But my ex girlfriend looked just like her...I don't think I could ever date anyone that doesn't look like her, i'm just stuck with that till I die I guess, I just got a thing for that hair style, it's hard to let go for sure. Like what Jay Leno said, "i got a type, can't stop". I heard about the her story of her losing "alot of written works" as if stolen from her life, and she didn't recover from that loss...of her artistic plans, gone...how could society let this woman just slip into obscurity? To me, it doesn't matter what mental issues a woman has, if anything, I find that a woman with mental problems is dangerous, fun, and exciting. How a women likes a man that she wants to fix goes both ways, it's passionate, fleeting and uncontrollable. It saddens me to know, no one could take care of her and her extremities, it shows weakness in the heart of all humans, her death was preventable. The 90's were cruel for people over 40....

[@louise-yo7kz]

She was perfect for Lois Lane. Her quirks were endearing. Reminds me of Vivien Leigh(also dx with bipolar disorder). R.I.P Margot❤

[@pierrepence9876]

Yeah, I was about ten when Superman came out. I fell for her as a ten-year-old might! She and Christopher Reeve both faced major struggles in their lives.

[@minacerra]

@@pierrepence9876 I love this; as a ten year old might. Its endearing and innocent

[@ladybaabaa3294]

I was about 10 when I first saw Superman I and II, and fell in love with Christopher Reeve. I cried into my pillow for him! lol. Later, when I saw the movies again in my teens, it was Margot Kidder I had the crush on. I still remember her husky voice, and the combination of her delicate beauty with the feisty personality of Lois Lane.

[@pierrepence9876]

@@minacerra Thanks for saying so, Mina!

[@dennismorris7573]

So true. Margot Kidder was great and riveting on screen with another great, Christopher Reeve.

[@philipallard8026]

“Keep pursuing recovery” is the best thing I ever heard you say. Well done Dr Grande.

[@ladymopar2024]

Very good and respectful, as a mother of a bipolar child, you hit all the right points. Thank you. Margo will always be missed

[@user-nd6so7yg2y]

Margo Kidder lived in our mining village and as a child she told the class that she would be a movie star that would work with big stars. I grew up in Creighton Mine and I had 3 head injuries which gave me a 400% chance of Bipolar. I know the suffering but the trick is to look for your passion and the light. I am now writing script for a movie dedicated to Margot Kidder.

[@nancyjones6780]

I am 57 and recently diagnosed with Bipolar disorder after the 1st of 3 hypomanic episodes. It threw me for a loop but I felt so sad when it faded away. I really understand why patients don't take their meds. Poor Margot. I can't imagine what trying to hide the disorder did to her internally. Makes me sad for her ☹💜

[@bostonbob9667]

I am 58 and also recently diagnosed Bipolar 1 after going manic last summer. Hypomania is fun, mania is fun, depression not so much

[@gloriamontgomery6900]

I’m 64 and was diagnosed with bipolar at 15-I’ve controlled it with medication for years.

[@nancyjones6780]

@@bostonbob9667 it's always been that heavy depression so I was always put on standard meds, which make it worse if you have Bipolar! I was so happy and busy being manic it was like magic!

[@cronecrone5498]

66 diagnosed BP1 at 33.

[@cronecrone5498]

@@bostonbob9667 hypomania is cool...but if it gets even a bit too close to hypermania..well.. My psychiatrist taught me how to manage it.....but it took a took several years of daily meds before it was possible to ride a productive hypomanic wave without crashing or causing a tsunamis.

[@JerryD9000]

The saddest part of her story is her car accident that left her disabled, and was kind of abandoned by her trade and insurance. As a serious accident survivor myself, I feel like it's no coincidence her mental stability quickly tapered off after that incident. It's easy to feel like a victim, especially when it's for the rest of your life, depression becomes a serious foe. Can depression be a trigger, or catalyst for underlying, or developing mental issues?

[@rixx46]

It's so sad to learn that she took her own life and that her situation at the end of her life was such a disaster. In many ways, it's remarkable she lived as long as she did and was able to function professionally.

[@geekdivaherself]

I couldn't tell from the way he put it whether it was intentional overdose or an accidental overdose. Either way it is very sad for somebody I admired so much in my childhood.

[@dingfeldersmurfalot4560]

@@geekdivaherself I think it could be both. Alcohol addiction can shade its way into slow suicide eventually. Whether that comes about as the result of a single overdone night, acute disease, or a long slow decline, the trajectories move toward the same end.

[@MrRaulstrnad]

@@dingfeldersmurfalot4560 but she was 69 she survived until that age-very many people would like to live to a ripe age like that

[@rixx46]

It was hard to tell, but was left with the impression it was intentional. And it was upsetting to hear that her living conditions at the time were bad. So tragic - but a great legacy nonetheless

[@chillertheater]

This is a very well-thought-out and compassionate analysis. Your caution that mood disorders are not to be trifled with was put across very well and I thank you for that. I had no idea that Ms. Kidder had so many troubles and didn’t even realize that she had passed away. You handled the recounting of her life with sensitivity and valuable professional insight.

[@5Artep]

just a reminder I'm not diagnosing anybody in this video, only speculating about what could be happening with succulents like these

[@thecuriousstylist8531]

Bahaha!!🤣🤣🤣

[@mrsmacca126]

Hahahaha

[@sensiblecrime7699]

I want him to use OCEAN to discuss each plant.

[@jayneneewing2369]

LOL. Thanks.

[@5Artep]

@@sensiblecrime7699 oh yes please!! :D

[@sharons2664]

I love Dr. Grande's voice, it calms me down. I like to watch his videos after a day of stress. Thank you Dr. Grande for this compassionate video about Bipolar. It's so misunderstood. My bestfriend has it, and I see her struggles. ❤

[@evamurray4229]

I was an extra in a film with her. She sat with us and chatted freely. Her voice was so husky and her laugh was deep.

[@sandrasanders706]

How cool!.. Her passing was so shocking.

[@zoekothe3457]

Such a sad story. You handled it so well! She also was in a very eerie Canadian film from 1974. I believe it was called, “Black Christmas.” It was about a psychopath who was hiding out in the attic of a sorority house and murdering it’s occupants. Very dark!

[@VeeLondon1449]

Dr Grande you beautifully and sensitively explained bipolar disorder. My biggest fear is my mental health failing.. It’s quite prevalent in my family.

[@geekdivaherself]

Best wishes from afar for your future.

[@sherunswithscissors]

@@cht2162 - It is treatable though.

[@Yolanda8419]

When you pause Dr. Grande to watch Dr. Grande. I really like Margot as Lois and she was the perfect Lois to a perfect Superman. As much as I like Henry Cavill, Christopher Reeves’ Superman is iconic. Edit: I had no idea of her struggles. It must have been very lonely to deal with all this both with little support and in the public eye.

[@maureeningleston1501]

On a lighter note after that sad story..................I thinks Dr Grande is the "SUPERMAN" of KZbin, with his fantastic daily uploads.

[@FrankBenlin]

One of my homeless friends I met walking my dog has problems. I always said hello to her when we would walk by where she stayed. She would crawl out and growl and hiss at me. I would sneak up and leave bananas for her and she would throw them out in the parking lot when she woke up. After a couple of years of this she started to warm up to me and Leaping Lizzy. We eventually went on to develop a friendship. Saw her almost every day and she got excited when she saw us coming. Had some great conversations and some that were just confusing. She loved telling me about her garden she had back in the day. We ate together when I took her dinner. She would never tell me her name so I told her I'd call her Caroline. Said she liked that name and that was okay. Lizzy's legs went bad and we stopped going for walks. Just saw Caroline every now and then. Last time I saw her, it was back to that wild animal persona. I miss my friend. I miss my dog. The march goes on.

[@IMWeira]

You are a wonderful human being. I genuinely feel your losses of friends, human and otherwise.

[@FrankBenlin]

@@IMWeira Thank you.

[@darlenelawson1255]

This is one of the saddest true stories I have ever heard with regard to how destructive Bipolar mental illness can be. For me, she needed help when she was a child. So many people do not believe children can suffer with serious mental illness. You did a great job in explaining her life. So many people go through life with a severe mental illness without a diagnosis. So many end up with drug addiction and end up in prison. My heart cries for all of them. When I was six years old I believe d there was something with me and now know I suffered anxiety and depression at an early age. No one helped me and I suffered. This is a true story I will never forget. Thank-you Dr.Todd for this true story.💙❤️🇨🇦.😥

[@christopherstephenjenksbsg4944]

This all rings very true to me. For 22 years I lived and worked in a group home for men in recovery from Substance Use who were also dealing with other serious mental health disorders. About 70% of the men carried diagnoses for Bipolar 1 or Bipolar 2, and all of them had attempted to manage their condition through self-medication with illicit drugs and/or alcohol. They also tended to be non-compliant taking their prescribed medications -- so much so that we had to hold their medications for them and directly observe them taking their medications. Some of the men said that they didn't want to take the medication because they felt "so alive" when they became manic. Unfortunately for many of them, this also led to psychosis and they had to be hospitalized, and the depressive phase could be very scary.

[@szendrich]

How sad. :( I never knew that Margot Kidder had mental health issues. I'm a child of the 60s and sort of grew up with her as Lois Lane. Her story is tragic. Thank you for bringing it up and for highlighting mental health problems. Depression can be devastating to anyone, but combined with a disorder like bipolar, it is so much worse. Unfortunately, few people encourage a sufferer to open up, or have the empathy to listen and help. My own experience with depression has taught me how easily a sufferer can turn to drastic measures because often no one understands that mental illness is an illness like any other. People usually see you as "negative" and their attitude indicates you should "get over it". Poor Margot Kidder. Such a sad ending for a talented person.

[@szendrich]

@@spiritmatter1553 Yes, unbelievable, but it happens all the time. Happened to me many times, too. :( Most people are too ignorant and too selfish to understand how damaging it is to tell a person with depression to "snap out of it". It is not something that can be controlled. And that's why depression often leads to suicide. Hope you're feeling better now, dear.

[@nomiddlenamenmn427]

Margot was highly talented, independent, and intelligent. Hollywood didn’t seem to know what to do with her myriad gifts. Have noticed very short-term marriages are not unusual among those with bipolar disorder. May she rest in well-earned powerful peace.

[@dianamarie5663]

I did not realize or remember that Margot died. I knew about her other struggles that unfortunately became so public. Thank you for this kind analysis and summary.

[@angelicacoria7310]

Maybe Dr. Grande can place the picture inserts on the left side so that we can view the Plant family (or move the Plant family to the left so not to be blocked by the mic). On a side note, who's loving Dr. Grande's shirt? Meeh!!

[@Usikkert111]

Dr. Grande is now intentionally placing the small plants near the edge of the table. Brilliant 👌

[@kelleyc7196]

Yes and I find it quite upsetting lol

[@MrRaulstrnad]

@@crochunter35 yes i am sure the plants are traumatized-dont worry the plants will make a youtube soon and the truth will come out

[@smpeace2683]

Oh so Dr. Grande is testing us. I love plants and his are spectacular.

[@jackiegrice714]

Poignant. I think your analysis gave her life and struggle the respect it deserves. I have a couple friends who struggle with bipolar disorder, and It always makes me cringe when I think about how vulnerable they are are during a manic phase-judgement just doesn’t seem to be there a lot of the time. Thank you

[@BigZebraCom]

Beaker The Plant isn't here again. Maybe he's living the high life, slurping up the photons in front of a picture window in Dr Grande's house.

[@m.f.richardson1602]

It's so sad. It hurts

[@mrsapplez2007]

Rip Beaker?

[@ladymopar2024]

I love the little guy

[@BigZebraCom]

@@ladymopar2024 He's the best!

[@BigZebraCom]

@@mrsapplez2007 I think he's just getting some much-needed sunshine!

[@davidboreham]

Although I didn't know her, it's a small community so I met her a few times, bought an item from her garage sale, and so on. She seemed kind and genuine, and easy to spot as one of the few people using a bicycle to get around town. Thank you for your respectful approach - I wasn't aware of much of her story until now.

[@shaeholden1743]

Yes, she was the BEST Lois Lane by far.

[@tadslow7559]

All Canadians are best but i like the latest

[@rolandrothwell4840]

I was deeply moved by the way you closed this. My life is very similar. Successful to a point but often agonising and dark

[@gaylesharp9652]

Such a sad situation. Thank you for the information about Margot Kidder.

[@georgemitchell8125]

I 100% agree with your message about confronting mental illness head on. Confronting it has helped me a lot over the years. Take care Dr. Grande

[@tuvia4082]

Thank you for your thoughts Dr. Grande. Margot was Louis Lane. I've lost 2 friends because of bipolar disorder (suicide). Mental health issues should be taken more seriously by the general public and there should be more education about these issues. Thanks for your work.

[@geekdivaherself]

Like I said when my life partner died, she's beyond the chains of biochemistry now. 💟 Thanks for the phrase, "don't disrespect the struggle," Dr. Grande. 🌵

[@MrRaulstrnad]

a lovely phrase-shes beyond the chains of biochemistry now...

[@geekdivaherself]

@@MrRaulstrnad Thank you so much. It's what I felt, being next to somebody who suffered and tried and struggled so much. I still miss Jeyen, but those chains of biochemistry can be so very burdensome, so...

[@geekdivaherself]

If Dr. Grande ever used my phrase (without attribution, as a gift from me) and people found it useful...does it make sense that it would make me happy even if I never knew? I like the idea. I like gifting phrases to people whose lives allow them to use them well. Since I've been very ill for two decades, from when I was 30, it helps me feel like I'm giving back to society in some small way. That's why I also edit Wikipedia when I can, even though it may be a very small edit usually. It's my way of volunteering since I can't write large things anymore.

[@cats_shall_rise8842]

This is a devastating case that truly highlights the horrors of this illness. I am continually thankful there are good people in the mental health field who allow us to be fully seen. Thank you Dr. Grande

[@roathripper]

agreed that she is the definitive lois lane equally, chris reeve is the defininitve superman (in real life too arguably)

[@MarieMcDonald-ty5tb]

I loved the Superman movie. I'll be 50 this year, and will watch it for my bday. I remember adult people used to be obsesd how skinny she was. Thank you Dr. Grande

[@mrsmacca126]

“ Don’t worry- I’ve got you”... “ who has got YOU?” Love that movie!!

[@etherspin]

So weird, my wife and I were *just*looking at clips that didn't make it into various cuts of Superman and there was an early clip of Lois firing blanks from a pistol at Clark to trick him into revealing he was Superman. Because the clip was early into casting Chris was slimmer and hadn't built his full physique where Margot had medium brown hair and was slim bu notably not gaunt/gangly/crazy thin. Superman 1 & 2 were shot with some scenes being done at the same time I think despite the releases being 2 years apart and even from instalment 1 to 2 she was thinner yet again

[@MrRaulstrnad]

@@mrsmacca126 classic christopher and margot

[@muellerphyllis]

This is so sad. She was such a beautiful lady. Really good job on this video Dr. Grande.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@higgaroc]

Dr. G, this episode sent a chill down my spine. I am worried about ending up like Margot Kidder. Thank you for reminding me to keep up the effort to avoid this.

[@rochelleshon306]

Thank you Dr. G. RIP Margot, forever in our hearts.

[@mcd5478]

Gaaa! Watching this gets me a little choked up. I have a younger sister that struggles with alcohol abuse, but I think it stems from mental health problems (of course I’m not trained to make that dx), but she won’t go to a mental health counselor. Thank you for your continued message of removing the stigma of pursuing mental health care. 💖💗💖 Maybe someday my beloved sister will be receptive to receiving it. 🙏🏼😢🤞🏼

[@betterbee1304]

I find these videos fascinating. Thanks Dr. Grande! You certainly are dedication to your work!

[@brianorakpohit]

Your words were as respectful and eloquent as they were professionally delivered, Dr Grande. Sad loss and food for thought.

[@kevinross6235]

I lost it at, "This movie was more effective than kryptonite in killing off Superman"

[@PowerRangersLostGalaxyFanFilm]

That's Quest for Peace for you. It was so horrible it did effectively killed the franchise and ended Christopher Reeve's time as Superman. Much like how Batman & Robin (1997) put that entire initial series of movies on ICE for 8 years until Christopher Nolan would reboot Batman to be realistic and darker with Batman Begins.

[@janeally73]

There's 2 kidder's here! Margo, and Dr. Grande! 🤣 I love how you can so eloquently tell the facts and still manage to throw in some humor! You Crack me up, every time! Thank you! 🥰

[@wolfjulia7699]

As someone who struggles with bipolar, hearing these stories remind me of myself. I wanted to say I appreciate your videos, they help me better understand myself and the people in my life, and your commentary is very genuine. Love your channel💚

[@mellel1797]

Dr. Grande, I have watched many of your videos, but this one touches me in a more profound way. I have never truly understood what being bipolar means. I just know that it's quite common because I have heard about it often. I feel a special fondness for Margot Kidder because we're both Canadian. And also because Superman is one of my absolute favourite films. I cannot imagine the mental/emotional pain she experienced. And I remember hearing that she did die peacefully, but you have corrected that and presented a scenario closer to the truth. She was a very talented and active woman, and I am so sorry that her end was tragic. Thank you so much for this video, Dr. Grande.

[@gretchenhughes9652]

Thank you Dr Grande for this video. It hits home. I am a RN. I deal with a daughter who is bipolar. The alcohol & substance abuse is rampant, along with the brushes with the law. The police in 4 countries know her by name. She & I had a physical altercation in my home. My husband intervened before it got bad. She has assaulted family members, boy friends, & her husband. She took a baseball bat to a boyfriend’s car and then hit him with it. My whole family & myself deal with a lot of anger toward her at times, but there is also compassion, too. This is a disease. The person can’t help having it, but they help taking illicit drugs & alcohol. The need to take their medication is so important. Sadly, most do not take their medication. I can’t reiterate that enough to her. Thank you sir for this video.❤️❤️❤️

[@jeanandersen6472]

Thank you Dr.G! Another interesting video...

[@jenniferocious480]

“This movie was more effective than Kryptonite in killing off Superman”😂💀😂💀 Yas Dr. Grande

[@yes0r787]

Ouch ☠

[@ellen4025]

I love Dr. Grande's stinging sarcasm 🤣

[@geekdivaherself]

@@ellen4025 ...stinging like a CACTUS! 🌵

[@ElleE953]

I’d be interested in your thoughts about Mother Teresa and the criticisms of her ‘charitable’ work. Thank you!

[@robertgiles9124]

Christopher Hitchens wrote the Book on her; Missionary Position. She's an Awful creature.

[@stevenkelby2169]

@@robertgiles9124 She was a product of Christianity.

[@ElleE953]

@@robertgiles9124 I love Hitchens!

[@robertgiles9124]

@@ElleE953 Look up his Video on KZbin about that horrible hag.

[@cattycorner8]

You probably are not asking for my thoughts on Mother Theresa, but I think every thing she did was wonderful. I have seen a lot of very sharp criticism of her, so perhaps I missed something. I have always wondered why people were against her.

[@gretchenhughes9652]

Bless her heart. She was a good actress. Her life in many ways was tragic.😢😢

[@pierrepence9876]

On a practical note, always back up your work! Poor Margot lost her autobiography to a virus.

[@MrRaulstrnad]

originally she blamed herself for not saving it, which likely led to her trauma- in the nineties viruses were not that heard of

[@BabsLongfellow]

One of your best analyses in describing with clarity the struggle of Margot Kidder. Eye-opening, tragic and a call for compassion . . . like the people who put her up in a hotel.

[@angelavore8577]

I loved her she was so personable in her roles. Ty Dr. Grande

[@deemariedubois4916]

Thank you for telling Margot’s story so kindly.

[@ELoouise323]

I would love to see you analyze a family like the Hemingway family, where several members of the same family have struggled with mental health and ended their own lives as a result

[@bloodycupcake219]

Early bird gets the good Dr.

[@wanawaza]

Thank you Dr Grande. I remember Margot had sadness in her eyes.

[@dorisbove2210]

Poor Margot kidder ❤ God rest her soul I hope she finally got peace

[@geekdivaherself]

Like I said when my life partner died, she's beyond the chains of biochemistry now.

[@dorisbove2210]

@@geekdivaherself wow that's beautiful ❤ I so agree with you God Bless You 😊

[@geekdivaherself]

@@dorisbove2210 Thank you so very much for your kind response! God bless you, too.

[@rixx46]

I loved Margo - I worked with her as a set PA on the first SUPERMAN movie - we shot some of the earthquake stuff with her (the gas station blowing up, etc.) She was a delight. Eccentric, of course - but that was part of her charm. I worked with her many years later when I wrote an episode of a TV series for her when she was on one of her last 'comebacks'. For example, the costume she wore in that sequence was something she bought at the local Hudson's Bay store in Calgary. On a production that size (with an Oscar-winning costume designer) this was a big problem. On any film, you need multiples of matching clothing for backup, stunt doubles, etc. That meant that the costume people had to recreate the commercially bought outfit to have backups overnight. I don't recall if it was the first or second day of shooting, but Margo decided to go horseback riding during a break - has the white suit was a mess by the time she got back! I guess you could say she was child-like... It wasn't diva behaviour, just kind of willfully clueless. She didn't want to cause problems - she just didn't think it through. Fast forward about two years and I had BS'd my way into attending the Oscars. After the show, I was in the lobby and saw her coming my way - looking gorgeous. I said 'hello,' not sure she'd remember me - but she greeted me with a hug and a big. "WHAT THE FUCK ARE YOU DOING HERE!" That was Margo... She was clearly damaged from her difficult life, but still the same Margo. I'm not sure anyone could have really helped her until she was ready to get her act together.

[@AngelThree6]

Bullshitto

[@BucketHeadianHagg]

Man, I really liked your message at the end of this to those with disorders, and the families who love them to recognize, accept and get help

[@maureeningleston1501]

I found that very emotional, even her death was torture, I need to go and watch another one of your videos Dr Grande to get some of your humour, I need it after that, but I'm glad you covered this TY.

[@pandaboo8090]

Love your consistent upload!

[@rach8241]

What an analysis Dr Grande . Non judgement, and so understanding

[@missd7962]

Please do Gia Carangi and Margaux Hemingway

[@effies6]

YES!!! LOVED GIA!! She was a true beauty but had much pain.

[@pierina1705]

Yes!

[@mariaelenaparedesmartinez8714]

Wow, this is one of my favorites analysis! I think the closure thought of Dr Grande in this vídeo is really powerful.

[@taragibson4775]

Thank you Dr. Grande for another super interesting analysis ❤

[@MoonWomanStudios]

I wish my mother had addressed her bipolar disorder.

[@mrs.reluctant4095]

💜 Appreciate the topic, thank you so much. 💜

[@Latoree33]

Society doesn't help any. These people feel out of control. I know now I'm not in excellent mental health but I do get depressed. While I was married to my Narcissist husband we went to counseling he wasn't diagnosed but I was as Bi-polar 2. But received from a doctor pills that put me in zombie state and I wasn't able to function at work. My friends helped me see how I was over medicated. I think alot of people fear that Zombie state of just existing. I stopped them and years later was just diagnosed with depression. I truly believe this world lives with a high number of depressed people. Sad for her and how she struggled. Great video

[@glendasully]

I have even more respect for you now that I see how much compassion & understanding you have for us who suffer with mental illness. I wish my friends & family were as understanding.

[@billhildebrand5053]

Enjoyed the insight and optimism on this episode. I will expect you to go from *famous* to *FAMOUS* as you will soon analyze *His Royal Highness* the Duke of Edinburgh - who also visited Yellowknife, NWT in 1970 and 1994. Not to speak, 1959. Thankyou Dr. Grande. 🍀🦆🦆🦆🍀

[@lnc-to4ku]

What a tragic end to her life! The respect and caution you conveyed towards her and her mental illness was extremely touching, Dr. Grande! ♡ I've always been more of a Spider-Man fan, but I definitely want to learn more about her!

[@lisamccaffety-scott3761]

Dr. Grande, a million Thank Yous for this. As a bipolar 1 who, knock on wood, persisted against the odds to live WITH the condition, every word you say rings true. Thank you for your compassion and plain-speak about the severity of this fact that many are born with. I am 52, have had a fulfilling career since I met the right doctor in 2001 and got my individual cocktail perfected. I also got hit by the lucky stick to be married to a man for 13 yrs now who fully understands and loves all of me. I now express my struggles through advocacy and sit on the founding advisory committee for a newly formed community mental health clinic based at a great university in my home city. NEVER GIVE UP. That’s the key. 💜🙏🏼

[@gamleskalle1]

Great in Black Christmas and Superman. Rip .

[@kathyclark8274]

Speaking of poetic, this has to be the most carefully hewn, elegiac tribute for anyone that I've ever read of yours. Comments re Bipolar amazingly respectful from a nonsufferer. In terms of elucidating the vagaries and complexities of dx, I only wish you had drawn a distinction between Bipolar I and II, which is quite stark, as I'm certain you realise. Once more, T/Y for your deft, yet gentle handling of Margot's tender, bruised psyche and courage despite her daemons.

[@ennmac]

Dr Grande at his most professional. Thank you for the informed analysis of bipolar disorder.

[@MrRaulstrnad]

yes a very good analysis

[@teresaperez5995]

Dr. Grande thank you again. Wondering if we can see video on major depressive order? This video on Margo was very interesting I had no idea that she suffered with bipolar disorder. How unfortunate with her passing. May she rest in peace 🙏🏼

[@anonymousstrangeness7348]

Wow!!! - Just started watching ( 1:30 PM Pacific time here in California ) - Another great video, Doctor Grande !!! Thank you !!!

[@rayross997]

Please cover Andre the Giant. Thanks Dr. Grande.

[@susanmarie2231]

At first, I had to get used to Margot as Lois Lane and I grew to love her in the role. I did not know she married the wonderful actor John Heard who also died too young.

[@mrsapplez2007]

The fact that I stop watching for awhile, come back and it's just....... consistently dry and informative makes me happy. Thank you. 🙌🏾

[@jeanandersen6472]

Tall plant is still incognito, identifying as a brick wall...

[@debbiemilam2204]

Lol

[@2manybooks2littletime25]

Very well and respectfully done.

[@TheBodhisattvaWisdom]

She always struck me, as a really nice person.. A good soul.

[@lanceanz]

I kind of fell in love with the Margot Kidder of the Superman movies. Whenever she appeared in the news I was naturally interested, but invariably saddened by what I read. Good news is unfortunately not news. You told me a lot that I didn't know, and I thank you for your considerate summary and analysis. I wonder whether being loved as Lois Lane was a positive or negative when it came to her mental illness? It can't be easy when you're expected to be the same in real life.

[@angiepa58]

Thank you for this Dr G. I never really did keep up with what happened to her, I must not have been aware. It's a very sad story cuz I loved her as an actress and I'm sure she was a good person. It's really difficult struggling with mental health challenges, especially when you won't recognize that in yourself.

[@markfox6596]

The struggle is real.. Thank you for shedding light on the struggles of mental issues.. People that are normal have no clue as to what the pain and suffering can be. Thanks again Dr. Grande.

[@nicholasp.capobiancojr.1772]

Where's superman when you need him

[@spacemanspiff3052]

Hi Doc! Great post on the fantastic, yet tragic, Margot Kidder. If you get a chance I’d suggest you also look into the struggle of actor Michael O’Hare. In the 1990s I enjoyed his performance as Commander Sinclair in the first season of the TV show Babylon 5. In the second season, he was replaced, although he would reprise his role again in the show’s later episodes as a guest star. The created producer and crew hid the fact that throughout the first season of the show, O’Hare struggled heroically to be functional enough to complete the first season. Tragically, O’Hare would die a few years later. It’s an example of how debilitating mental health issues can be, and how prominent actors can go one performing even on the verge of emotional collapse.

[@debbiemilam2204]

Hey Dr. Grande very empathic analysis of MS. Kidder. Also your description of bipolar disorder. Very impressive. Thanks for great work and work ethic. Smile many people love you.

[@ChristinePerez903]

Great analysis Dr Grande. It’s sad what happen to Margot.

[@effies6]

She was most definitely a terrific actress and had many struggles. I will always remember her for being real and how she loved acting. I hope she found peace.

[@deborahfairbanks4012]

I just watched this video again. You describe her struggles in a most compassionate way.

[@margaretlumley1648]

Very beautiful analysis, Dr Grande. Thank you for your goodness and realism

[@paulamike5216]

BLACK CHRISTMAS my favorite with her in it

[@maureeningleston1501]

Agree, absolutely brilliant movie.

[@rullmourn1142]

I didn't know a lot of these things thank you for your analysis and the compassion.

[@TheScaryTruthCatalyst]

I met Margot Kidder a few times before she died. She was actually very kind and well spoken and we chatted about her work and life. I was so saddened to hear about her death. What a pity she didn't get the help she so desperately needed.

[@cUser691]

Dr. Grande, like your analytical dissections-your evaluations [not diagnoses] at end of this vid = compassionate and instructive to us lay people. You made Margot’s struggles real. Thank you