Former 'Star Wars' child star Jake Lloyd opens up about overcoming mental health struggles and reconnecting with the iconic franchise and its devoted fans.
beat sheet
Lloyd, who played a young Anakin Skywalker in 'The Phantom Menace', was bullied in school and faced harassment from the press, leading to a tumultuous period that included a 10-month jail stint and a schizophrenia diagnosis.
Now in a better place, Lloyd is discussing how he's been able to reconnect with the 'Star Wars' franchise and its passionate fanbase, providing a glimmer of hope for former child stars grappling with the challenges of fame.