Algee Smith: The Dark Side of Fame, Leaving L.A. & Choosing God Over the World’s Approval

In one of his most raw and revealing interviews yet, Algee Smith sits down with Jay Hill to open up about the spiritual toll of Hollywood, the pressure to perform, and what it took to finally reclaim his peace.

From breakout roles in Euphoria, Detroit, and The New Edition Story to battling depression behind the scenes, Algee shares the internal war between fame and faith—and why he chose to walk away from the spotlight to find himself again.

This isn’t a conversation about the industry—it’s about identity, ego, healing, and the quiet strength it takes to start over.

🎭 The dark side of being “successful” but feeling empty

🙏🏾 How walking away from L.A. helped him reconnect with God

🧠 Therapy, ego death, and the battle for mental health

🎵 Why he stopped creating for validation and started creating for healing

🚫 What it means to say no to fame and yes to faith

If you’ve ever questioned your purpose, battled with identity, or felt like success still left something missing—this episode is for you.

▶️ Tap in for a conversation about growth, God, and the courage to let go of who the world told you to be.

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