Battling External Pressures
Page’s rise to fame in Hollywood only intensified these challenges. As he navigated the demands of the industry, he often felt like he was wearing a costume, forced to conform to roles and appearances that did not align with his true self. Close friends recall how even the act of putting on clothes for public appearances could trigger anxiety and distress, with Page feeling exhausted by the effort required to simply exist in a world that didn’t see him for who he truly was.