Why Katt Williams' Breakdown Matters.

Thanks to the prevalence of video surveillance and the rapid transfer of information on social media sites like Twitter or Facebook, we all have front row seats to the gradual demise of beloved comedian and entertainer Katt Williams.  As tales of Williams' erratic and violent behavior become everyday occurrences  laughing at him becomes easy as the one who once told the jokes has now become the "joke".  While others may be able to find delight in another's ills, Katt Willliams' behavior is quite sad and deserves consideration from those who have supported him over the span of his once thriving career.

Speculation of the cause of outbursts have been attributed to drug abuse and from the looks of recent photos/videos showing a haggard looking Katt, that conclusion can easily be drawn simply on appearances alone. Looking pass the superficial, one can simply see that this bad place he is in stems  from something much deeper emotionally and/or mentally which must be addressed to save this man's life much less his declining career. The lack of mental health awareness and treatment in the African American community affects much more than the individual and the stigma attached to having mental or emotional issues have only served to worsen the wound. It is simple to dismiss Katt Williams as crazy or "bout that life" when we only see snippets of his actions. Stepping back to look at the whole picture will reveal that what we are privy to witnessing is only a tiny piece of an entire collage.

It is likely that what Katt is facing (career stoppage, possible incarceration, financial loss) began long before he became a popular comedian and that left unacknowledged has snowballed into a gradual breakdown while in the judgmental eyes of public opinion. As funny as he is, Katt can not laugh his way out of the trouble his actions has put him in and he must do a thorough self reflection to have an inkling of hope of returning to his former self. Hopefully through his resources, Katt will find the help that he needs before he reaches that "dark" place but only time will tell.

Do your think that Katt Williams comedic career can recover from his latest behavior?