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Jude Bellingham Calls for Action Against Online Hate

10/13/2025

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Jude Bellingham, the Real Madrid midfielder, highlighted the pressures of social media on athletes and urged stronger measures against online hate.
In an article for Laureus, he discussed his mental health struggles and the stigma surrounding it.
Bellingham said, "I’ve tried to keep up this macho athlete image... The truth is that I do need support," emphasizing the need to talk about feelings.

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Story summary

Jude Bellingham, the Real Madrid midfielder, highlighted the pressures of social media on athletes and urged stronger measures against online hate.
In an article for Laureus, he discussed his mental health struggles and the stigma surrounding it.
Bellingham said, "I’ve tried to keep up this macho athlete image... The truth is that I do need support," emphasizing the need to talk about feelings.