Pepe Herrera leaves Your Face Sounds Familiar for mental health

Actor Pepe Herrera has decided to leave the competition Your Face Sounds Familiar (YFSF) to prioritize his mental health and healing.

Herrera confirmed his exit on Saturday, November 16, revealing he has been struggling with depression and anxiety attacks since he was 13 years old.

He explained that he had been using 'band-aid solutions' and 'sweeping everything under a rug' to cope with traumatic experiences without truly addressing them.

Herrera recognized that his prolonged pattern of pretending and escaping his issues was taking a significant toll on his physical health, leading to chest pains, headaches, and darker thoughts.

He also mentioned experiencing panic attacks in the evenings, which prevent him from sleeping.