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Rosie O’Donnell Shares Struggles with Trump’s Attacks and Mental Health Impact
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2026-07-22 21:10   Politics   12

Rosie O’Donnell Shares Struggles with Trump’s Attacks and Mental Health Impact

Comedian Rosie O’Donnell has opened up about the long-term psychological effects of her 20-year feud with former President Donald Trump, describing her experience as akin to post-traumatic stress disorder.

The conflict began in 2006 when she criticized Trump on 'The View,' leading to relentless attacks from the president, including derogatory remarks like calling her a 'fat pig' and 'disgusting.

' After Trump's 2024 re-election, O’Donnell relocated to Ireland, where she applied for citizenship and publicly challenged Trump’s threats to revoke her U.S.status.She reflected on how living abroad reduced the constant barrage of negative media coverage about Trump, allowing her to reclaim her identity.

While acknowledging the surreal nature of her situation—where a comedian’s jokes about a reality TV host became reality—O’Donnell emphasized her progress in moving past the feud.Her comments highlight the personal toll of political animosity and the complex interplay between public figures and private mental health.

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