The following includes references to mental health issues.
But, sadly, that’s not the only tragedy she’s faced.
In a 2023Instagramvideo, she explained she wanted to champion Black women while seemingly recounting her own experiences.
“Dear Black girl, they may call you a traitor for falling in love.
Nicole also encouraged people of color to know their worth goes beyond how much money they have.
She has also shared a story of division at home.
“I was just like, ‘What do you think about that guy?
What do you think about him?’
Don’t play with me.'”
“I just pulled over to get some food in this restaurant.
“I am an empath through and through.
I feel things so deeply,” she revealed.
Nicole explained that the fires hit close to home.
“The state of my city right now.
I have family members that are displaced.
I have people in my life whose homes are in danger.
I know people directly whose homes have burned down,” she said.
Nicole became visibly emotional thinking about the many people, includingseveral celebrities, who tragically lost their homes.
The star alsoshared a prayerfor all those in harm’s way.
“I’m posting content and people are like, ‘You look so good.
Tell us your tricks.
You look amazing.’
And I’m like, ‘I’m miserable.
I’m depressed,'” she said.
I was sad, and I was having a hard time getting out of bed,” she added.
She shared the snaps alongside a touching quote from Bryant and added, “Rise legend.
“I could honestly cry right now, it breaks my heart,” she said.
“It’s just one of those life-changing experiences, honestly.
The star was also left heartbroken in 2024 when she mourned the sudden passing of fashion designer Waraire Boswell.
May your transition be easy and soul rest in peace, Boswell.”
She added, “I’ve never done anything to warrant that kind of backlash.”
“I would love to be in a headspace where I’m just not affected at all.”
