Megan Thee Stallion has opened up about what life was after being shot by Tory Lanez in 2020 and the subsequent backlash against her on social media, admitting she suffered a breakdown behind the scenes.
On Wednesday (October 16), Meg dropped the trailer for her forthcoming documentary In Her Words, which as its synopsis describes “takes viewers behind the scenes as the global superstar recovers from a 2020 shooting incident and grapples with the perils of fame (among other things).”
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Of the time, she says in the clip: “I think I really forgot who I was, and when life started really getting crazy, I didn’t have [my mother]. That’s when I started getting the backlash. The shooting. The betrayal. I was definitely getting a little too engulfed in social media…I had really had, like, a real breakdown.”
She continued: “I want people to understand how this affected me. I want people to see how I feel. I been through so much I can’t give up.”
The new film on the Houston Hottie is set to premiere on October 31 via Amazon Prime Video.
The documentary was first announced by Roc Nation and TIME Studios in 2022.
Nneka Onuorah of Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls fame is set to direct.
As initially reported by Variety, the multi-part series will focus on the personal and professional rise of the “WAP” rapper, including “how Megan overcame various personal hurdles to thrive in her professional career.”
“We are thrilled to be able to work with Roc Nation to share Megan’s story with the world,” TIME Studios’ co-head of documentary Loren Hammonds said in a statement. “Millions of people are familiar with her as an entertainer, but this series will give her a chance to share her truth as never before.
“Her story is a powerful one, and the accomplishments that she continues to achieve are remarkable. We feel lucky to have this opportunity to capture her at a crucial moment in her life and career, as she continues to grow exponentially in both her artistry and global impact.”
“Megan has quickly blossomed into one of the pre-eminent entertainers in the world and it’s a testament to her perseverance, resilience and professionalism,” Roc Nation COO Desiree Perez added. “Her journey is inspirational and we’re proud to have partnered with TIME Studios to highlight her personal and professional trajectory over the years.
“Our hope is that this documentary will inspire viewers to stay the course and pursue their passions through the ups and downs.”
