'Loki' Star Jack Veal Reveals Homelessness Struggle Amid Abuse and Mental Health Battles

December 3, 2024
'Loki' Star Jack Veal Reveals Homelessness Struggle Amid Abuse and Mental Health Battles
  • Jack Veal, a 17-year-old actor known for his role as Kid Loki in Disney+'s 'Loki', has revealed that he is currently homeless after experiencing abuse at home.

  • In a TikTok video, Veal described his difficult upbringing, including experiences of physical and emotional abuse, and mentioned struggles with mental health, including autism and ADHD.

  • He shared that he is living in a trailer in London after escaping an abusive household, describing his current living conditions as 'unsafe', with smashed-in windows.

  • Veal left home to stay with his grandparents but could not remain there due to his grandfather's terminal illness, leaving him with no safe place to go.

  • He mentioned being placed under Section 20 of England's Children Act 1989 but has received no accommodations despite providing evidence of his situation.

  • After his initial posts, Veal reported receiving a call from social services indicating they would meet with him to discuss potential foster care and support options.

  • In a follow-up video, he thanked fans for their support and emphasized the need for help from social services, crediting his followers for raising awareness about his situation.

  • Veal's situation highlights ongoing struggles with youth homelessness and mental health, drawing attention to the needs of vulnerable young people.

  • Councillor Michelline Safi-Ngongo, responsible for children and young people in Islington, stated that the safety of residents is a priority and affirmed efforts to secure emergency support for Veal.

  • Centrepoint, a UK charity focused on youth homelessness, reiterated the government's legal duty to provide safe housing for vulnerable children.

  • Representatives from Disney and Marvel Studios have not yet commented on the situation.

  • In related news, the future of the Loki series is uncertain, with no confirmation yet for a third season, although executive producer Kevin Wright has indicated there are more stories to tell within the universe.

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