"There is miracle but there is footwork". What a great line.

Wish she didn’t have to address this publicly but her words are helpful for many of us. All of my love to Ashley and the entire family on this journey 🕊

Ashley spoke with such grace, love, and peace in her voice. Her words and softness felt like balm on an open wound. I can only pray that someone will be able to do the same for her and her family.

I’m so sorry for your loss. Just know that you are helping a lot of people who suffer from this disease. Your mom would be so proud

I can see why they wanted Ashley to be the spokesperson for the family. She is so eloquent and mindful when she talks.

The poise and compassion that Ashley Judd speaks is remarkable outside of the trauma and devastation she is experiencing. Wow.

The strength Ashley showed my heart breaks for what she and the family is going through.

As someone who has dealt with depression off & on my whole life, including obsessive suicidal thoughts, I know how the disease can whittle away your sense of self and make you believe that you’re alone & unloved. Sending you wishes for comfort, peace and understanding as you grieve!

Such a raw thing to talk about so soon, but she articulated herself very well. I appreciate her being willing to talk about her mother's death. That she has gone through depression herself gives her a perspective many family members do not. I have been suicidal and always appreciate when someone is willing and able to speak about it. The more we can make resources and support available for each other, my hope is the fewer of us will be lost.

It is hard to lose anyone, but to lose them like this puts a sting in your heart that never goes away, my brother did the same in 2019…..many prayers to your family, may you all come together in love and heal as best you can. 🙏

“We’re in the footsteps dept, God is in the results dept.” Powerful statement.

This hit hard. My heart is breaking for Ashley and her family. I have suffered with depression my whole life. Everything she is saying is so true. Sending love, peace and prayers for her family and friends. I admire Ashley even more now because of her bravery to speak. God Bless her.

Ashley is such a brave soul and inspiration; all the Judd women are amazing and inspiring, thank you for speaking about something so personal and difficult.

I have an AMAZING amount of respect for Ashley

Gosh how Ashley looks just like her momma 😍 thank you so much for sharing this. As an East Tennessee family also and a mother with depression I want you both to know you girls are so amazing!!!! Your momma is forever in our hearts here in TN!

So glad Diane Sawyer was involved in this interview. She reflects compassion and understanding.

She is so bright, so human. I myself learned a great deal in grief recovery group, I knew I needed help in dealing with my mom’s death 30 yrs ago and the leader of the group was so good to put this grieving process in perspective at the time. I recommend it for anyone who needs help with learning to cope with it.

I wish I could reach thru the screen and give Ashley a hug - my heart is just breaking for the Judd family. And especially for Ashley who was the one who found her mother. Heartbreaking on so many levels. And still, in her profound grief and shock, is wanting to bring voice to the larger issue of mental illness.

What a sweet, kind lady! 💖 I'm praying for you Ashley, through your intense grief! I went through it also with my Dad's passing in late 2020. I have anxiety and the 12 step group I used to go to is on zoom and has been since the pandemic started. I'm not really technically savvy but I pray a lot. God bless you, I know a lot of people around the world are praying for you, Ashley, Wynonna and Pop.🌷🌷🌷

My heart breaks.The whole situation is so overwhelming and sad.The mental illness is so profound I my family,and I love the Judds,and Naomi was such a bright light to many,and I can say without doubt,her death will bring a new meaning of life for so many.God works and uses our lives in some amazing ways.I respect and love the whole Judd trio.I pray daily they can get some peace.

My mother died at 56 from alcohol. I never knew any other kind of Mother. I was abused in every single way from the age of 3. I am now 61, and can still literally taste the cigarette put in my mouth, and the alcohol poured down my throat….as a toddler. I have memories that no human should ever have. I grew up on a California beach, in Santa Cruz….and witnessed my Mother walk into the ocean several times…. attempting suicide. The ocean was literally across a narrow road and down some boulders. It took 60 seconds to get from our front door to the water’s edge. She could not swim. I was 8 when I retrieved her from the ocean the first time……and let’s just say I became a world class swimmer by the time I was 8 1/2. As a child I came to the conclusion that while the world itself, meaning Earth, is staggeringly beautiful, life itself can be so cruel. LIFE IS EASY FOR NO ONE. Not one single person. And it’s still true today, I still feel this way despite what SOCIAL MEDIA tries to cram down our throats. There is a price to pay for residency here- and that price is experiencing AND overcoming life, and finding a path to survive on. If you’re doing really well, you find a path that allows you to thrive…. eventually. It won’t be easy. But when you DO experience that first feeling of coming through a lifetime of bad experiences, to the OTHER side? It can be wonderful. Refreshing, rejuvenating, blissful…..but we must stay vigilant, for that OTHER side remains… in the distance…

My heart aches for you and your family Ashley! I thank you for your strength and Information on grief and loving those that are with you!!! You inspire me! I love you sweetheart!!!! Be blessed ❤️❤️❤️

Sooo beautiful Ashley speaks so eloquently as her mom did , such talented strong women , I so get it I lost my mom as well, love and prayers dear Ashley and Wy❤️❤️❤️

I suffer from mental illness. My heart is so broken for you ,Wynonna and your Pop. I saw the pain on your mom's face as she shared her disease.....She was tired.....I know she is in God's Glory now.

It's so sad that this happened. I figured it out when they said she died from "mental illness". When they said if she "would have held on one more day" the wording confirmed it. She was a legend 🙌🏾😰 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 for her whole family

Such an articulate, loving, knowing soul. Ashley has clearly walked the walk. The depth and honestly of what she shared is such a gift to those who listened. God Bless you, your dear mother and your family. You will all be together again.

I could not be more proud of this incredible woman for walking this very difficult path, so beautifully and honorably. You are your mother's legacy, Ashley! You are her voice in this pivotal and painful hour. How great the wisdom and the love that Naomi instilled in you! So many prayers I have offered for you and Wy, and especially your Mama that you'll all get through this and come out the other side, like warriors, strong and vigilant. She was not her disease. She was a true life hero to so many people of all faiths, colors, ages... And SO ARE YOU! Love you, Ashley! 💝🙏💝

As a little girl in the south, I grew up listening to & admiring the Judds. Seeing & hearing such talented, faithful, God fearing, intelligent, beautiful, honest, & most importantly genuine ladies was a huge inspiration. I especially appreciated the honesty & unashamed openness with which they were both willing, & kind enough to share their struggles to help others. Their music is often like the soundtrack for my memories & I treasure that as I would a gift. As someone who’s lived through traumatic formative years that resulted in a continuing battle & struggle with my mental health & well-being, it really helped to know I wasn’t alone. To know no matter how great or how small our status or stature in life, it is a complicated kind of dance of endurance of ups & downs the valleys & mountains for us all was helpful. There is a deep pain that comes with exposing vulnerabilities by opening up about your difficulties. Those who have such empathy that they’re willing to endure it because they care so deeply about helping others, to me is an example of selfless love. That kind of quality in a person raises them from simply being endearing to an admirable, powerful, motivational, & incredibly inspirational. My heart goes out to the Judd family. For me, they were such a staple in my life that it almost feels like we all share in their loss of a beloved family member. Naomi leaves behind an incredibly legacy & a powerful message. More often than not we can see the beauty & best in others they can’t see in themselves. Remind those you cherish & adore not only that you do, but why you do. Encourage them, labor with them, & never take a single breath for granted. I pray the grace, peace, & comfort only God can give be with them & strengthen them in their loss.

I was proud of Naomi for speaking about the homeless population that she witnessed. The people sleeping outside in the cold. She said as a nation, we should do better. A beautiful, sensitive person, that possibly no one really understood. RIP, dear lady. I heard you loud, and clear.❤ 🕊 🕯 🌹

I can’t imagine the pain of having to deal with what she is going through (especially the way in which her mom took her life) and to be in the public eye. My heart goes out to all involved and for all who go through something like it.

Grief is love with nowhere to go…♥️

My very beautiful mother died a week before Naomi… at the age of 80… after a battle with dementia, that robbed her of her dignity and humanity… in the end, she chose to quit eating and drinking… it was evident that she was still able to swallow, but, she refused to eat or drink… she knew who we were until her last breath. The death of Naomi Judd came so soon after my mothers passing, that it sparked an interest in me, about how her life ended in this tragedy. I reflected alot on our mother/daughter relationship… even though she was my dearest friend, we had rocky times too. Interviews Naomi gave, indicated that her dark depression began soon after her last tour… for which a documentary recorded the events… most revealing were the last two episodes. There was also a Christmas special Wynonna did in 2020, for KZfaq from her home. I suspect the timing and circumstances, surrounding the day she chose to leave this world were not coincidence, or taken lightly. I suspect that Naomi experienced many hurts, from those she loved, devoted.and trusted most, based on her interviews and the documentary. Hopefully, there will be meaningful reflection. I believe her family are strong believers in the advice given to us in the Bible, and they will use that to help them heal and move forward in love and care. Matthew 18: 15-17. I have no idea how the pressure for fame impacts a family… but, based on their choice to remain in close proximity to each other, I’m sure they had a great love for each other, and my heart goes out to them in these days of grief.

two beautiful women... Diane was so compassionate and Ashley so eloquent in her hour of pain and loss. God bless.

My heart breaks for Wynonna and Ashley. It's hard to loose a loved one but loosing someone to suicide is just devastating. I pray for the both of you. I hope you have a strong sister bond to get you through the hard times. Love one another always

My heart has been breaking for both you girls .. I lost my husband 5 yrs ago to suicide ..I still struggle with all the unanswered questions that I will nvr get .I'm so very sorry your are on this so very difficult road as well..Being upfront and open as you've been I believe is the 1st step in grieving process of this kind of loss..I know the world is grieving with you Ashley and Wynonna and Pop. Your Mom was a Beautiful soul and she will forever be remembered🤗😘❤❤

Ashley, I'm so sorry! I felt every word of your pain as well as your Mom's. I live it everyday...it's very diffcult. I understand the worthlessness, and not feeling loved aspect. I have C-PTSD, and the fight to keep going is something I know all to well, and I wish I didn't feel that. Thank you for being brave...thank you for being an advocate. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you, Wynonna, and Larry...Your "Pop." God Bless you all!!! ❤️

It's hard watching a parents last days especially when u know they're coming but just don't know when, watching my daddy pass from cancer was a beautiful experience but still very much heartbreaking but the blessing was we all were there, he was in his own home with his wife an children an grandchildren an it just so happened we all were there at that moment 🕊️💐🤍💐🕊️

A really beautiful and poignant exchange; Ashley's loving presence while simultaneously holding her grief is profoundly touching.

Warm, sensitive interview. Brought tears to my eyes and I'm a medical professional.

As she was talking, and her hand gestures-- she is so much like beautiful mama.❤️

So incredibly sad . Depression is so debilitating and horrific . My heart goes out to them .

God Bless Miss Ashley! Sending her prayer, love, respect & privacy!

Love the Judds they handled such an impossible tragedy as gracefully and respectfully as humanely possible...their mama would be proud 💔❤

This family has been through so much. I just hope the media/people remains kind and respects their privacy. There are no words of comfort when you feel loss like this. Only time, peace and being surrounded by your loved ones will make the healing process easier over time.🕊

Ashley is a strong person. She managed to articulately impart helpful information to others who are suffering, even at the height of her own devastating grief and trauma. Holding you and your family in my heart, Ashley. 💜🇦🇺🇨🇦

Praying for the family. I have two generations of family members suffering with mental health issues. I am a mother of four adult children, three that have been diagnosed with PTSD, and depression. I also have a grandson that has been diagnosed with PTSD. As a mother/grandmother, the struggle is real. My heart goes out to all the family. I loved the 3C's Ashley referred to. I learned that in a 12 step program I'm a member of.💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏

The Judds were always beautiful kind and loving women. They still are and I pray that their grief will be comforted each day will become better. I lost my mom to cancer two years ago and I’m still grieving I can’t imagine what it’s like to lose a parent to suicide but that is between Naomi and her God no one should judge her. My prayers love and comfort go to Wynonna and Ashley and Naomi‘s husband and family.

She is so blessed to look so much like her mother. 💗

I am amazed that Ashley was able to do a sit down interview so soon after her mother's passing! I lost my mom unexpectedly a few months ago. I cannot imagine getting dressed and putting makeup on and speaking coherently a week after her passing- I was a mess.

I love her, see is one AMAZING woman. A leader, boots on the ground human. Prayers to all the family.

You are a brave woman Ashley. Thank you for your selfless example even as you suffer such a great loss.

I lost my son, and there is no right way to dealing with grief. You just do what you can. I wrote in a journal. I also prayed a lot. Judd family I’m so sorry for your loss. I have dealt with depression and anxiety all my life. The one thing that helps me is just getting out of bed in the morning and making my bed and brushing my teeth. And if I want to get dressed I do. And if not, I don’t. It’s just how you feel that day. And when I start feeling like I can’t handle things, I call someone. And I go to counseling. That’s what helps me.

The memorial for Naomi Judd was heart breaking but beautiful. I was thinking how her daughters are dealing with this incredible loss but had to stay in control on stage. I must say both did a wonderful job. I come from a family that has a mental illness so I know how it feels!!!! Sometimes I believe having a mental illness is worse than having a pysical Illness .

My heart, tears and prayers are with this remarkable family. May God watch over them, comfort them and guide them through this difficult time.

Grief can be infinite & finding ways through it so important. Ashley how true to make sure you love those you have while you have them & let them know. Thank you Diane Sawyer for your tact & empathy in your interviewing.

ashley i am with you, after loosing my sister to vascular dementia last year, ( its a horrible sickness) i going the same grief as u are, many time i have come to the edge of taking my own life, god bless you

Thoughts are with the family at such a difficult time. Heard about this story in the UK, and my heartfelt condolences to anyone who has lost a loved one or those who are currently suffering from mental illness. There is hope. The brain lies to you and makes you feel like there’s not. But, you *can* feel better again and you will. It will pass, this storm.

So sorry for your loss, Ashley. 💔 I struggled with depression and thoughts of suicide for many years. It comes and goes. Recently, I've been able to manage it. I pray a lot. I focus on doing more for others, being a kinder person, and being kind to myself. Depression is not easy, and those who don't deal with it can't understand it. We feel alone almost as if we're slowly disappearing or fading. I have learned that if I talk about my depression, it helps me to snap out of it. If you're dealing with depression, find someone to talk too. People do care. Don't stay silent! 🙏

My heart hurts so very much for Pop, Winona, Ashley. Y’all are strong, amazing women. Take the time YOU need to take care of yourself and begin to heal. Love Susan from Louisiana. Y’all will ALWAYS be in my heart and prayers. Love from Louisiana

Thinking of the Judd family. Sending my prayers. ❤️✝️

I love them so much.praying for them. 🙏

What beauty and grace she displayed here, she brought tears to my eyes.

Everyone who had any part to do with getting this to air is an everyday hero. Thank you, Ms. Ashley Judd, for your words to us when you need and shouldn't have to take care of anyone but yourself and those you choose to care for now. Your love for humanity runs deep. To Ms. Sawyer, ..... when you tried to ask that most perfect question at the end......I have never respected you more. THANK YOU for showing others in need what compassion looks and sounds like. And even if that isn't a possible method for someone to get with their physical abilities the feeling that you evoked,....... we got it. You did Right. Just thank you.

I can’t imagine what Ashley is going through after finding her mom. The only question I have is why would she want her daughter to find her like that?

As a woman in recovery , 12 step programs are for all of us.

We are grieving with you all :( The world loves and supports you all. God bless. And may you Ms Naomi fly high and I’m glad that you are now free

You and your family are deeply loved. We all grieve for your loss. Thank you for sharing your family story. Made to help others.

it is sad that being a public figure, you feel obligated to the public to share information that for most of us is held privately/ this family is going through trauma/ God continue to give these sisters the strength they need as the openly share what they are going through - send healing angels to minister to their broken hearts

The U.S. needs to follow Switzerland’s lead and open assisted end-of-life facilities. No one should have to find the body of a loved one like Ashley did, it’s too traumatizing. Sometimes people just come to the end of their rope, struggling for years to get better but never finding peace. Everyone deserves to die with dignity.

The compassion you are showing is truly inspiring. To find your mother the way you did is heartbreaking. Don't think on it too much she wouldn't want that for you. Remember her all the years you had with her and your family. May the Lord strengthen you day by day. 😇

I don't have words to make her feel better but her words of advice I can take to move forward and I thank her for that. I send her love and hate how she is sad and going through this season of sorrow.

I feel so bad for this family. Never been an Ashley Judd fan but ALWAYS thought her mother was a precious soul.

GMA, the typo in the title needs to be corrected.

So sorry for your loss. God bless you and keep you. I have suffered from depression on and off for years. I always knew something was wrong but could not openly talk about it back then.

She is helping so many people by sharing her grief . May God bless and comfort her and her family through her lost

My baby girl of 12 days died in my arms...I have grieved forever...O have No One by my side...Zero support from my heartless immediate family member. I have God and my new church family that were there. My Faith in God carried me! Grieving process...life hardship is not mental illness. We get down. We get up!

Sometimes our mental health is affected by how loved ones treat you. This ghosting of parents stuff kills. The world needs love, what we live and put up with is shameful.

Nurse Naomi you have been relieved of your earthly duties. Soar high and continue on with your work for fighting for those suffering in pain and your music will continue to make us happy on earth. You helped bring awareness to the pain of fighting mental illness and you will not be forgotten. You were a FIGHTER!

Oh Ashley, you are in everyone’s prayers. I understand your grief. Currently going through it also. My daughter. 🥲

2:05 “And I go back to those Three C’s I mentioned: I didn’t Cause it, I can’t Control it and I didn’t can’t Cure it!”

My thoughts and prayers go out to Ashley, Wynona and Larry during these difficult times.So sorry for y'all loss Can't stop wondering why knowing Naomi's suicide ideations along w depression,why pray tell was there a gun in the house in the first place... 🙏🥀

I am truly sorry for your loss. Like she said The Loss is as large is the Love you have for them. My Uncle was secretly suffering and he was wonderful kind so loving .We have a huge family but not one of us could see the pain and agony thru his beautiful smile. He went out one day not even 3 blocks from his home and was so distraught because he got lost an feared he had dementia. He finally got home an took his life. He was 79 yrs old.

Love Can Build A Bridge is the most beautiful song ever. it is universal, it apples to so many people and so many situations. Clearly it came from a loving heart. May she Rest In Peace. 🕊

I have one very stupid question. Why was there a gun available to her and where she was?

I hope that doctors will listen and heed when clients suffers from depression and channel them to right treatments not to easily label them as lazy, malingerers drug seekers worse if on work related in jury depression as seeking monetary gain. I am glad that despite the stigma attached to mental illness, I think she did a great service to heed and let medical experts take a deeper scientific studies and understanding of this illness. May she rest in peace.

So heartbreaking, she is such a beautiful, strong human being!

Such a tough lady.bless her such a beautiful lady her and her momma and sister

I wonder if she tried hallucinogens like magic mushrooms. They are finding these to be more effective than anti-depressant drugs and sometimes people are "cured" after a single dose.

Naomi s husband was in Europe the day before Naomi was supposed to be inducted into the CMA for a lifetime award ? Really ? Does that make sense to anyone be cause that definitely does not make any sense to me. Why would Naomis be traveling instead of being with the love of his life on one of the most important days of her life ?

Sending you love Ashley. Stay strong and focused. ❤️

“I was in high-functioning shock.” That resonated with me. I was like that the first few weeks after my mom died. You can’t really process it all at first.

I describe it as trying to climb out of a long dark whole.

RNs everywhere mourn the family's loss.

As a person who has lost literally every person in my life over the course of just a few years from illness to suicide I truly AM ALONE and feel such gripping fear for the future at times it is compelling!! The ONLY thing that gets me thru is a 4 letter word that packs a powerful punch and that is HOPE!!! That with each new sunrise there is a another opportunity to find peace and comfort in that day..I LOVE the beauty in the earth and will never tire at it...at the end of the day life is a beautiful gift from God and every day is precious. May peace wash over the family of Naomi Judd.

Beautiful woman inside and out. Prayers sent.

May God comfort your heart, in Jesus name! This is why everyone needs Jesus. No Jesus, No peace

Ashley looks like she's got issues going on😣

GOD please bless, comfort and strengthen the Judd family 🙏 so sorry for your loss 😞 RIP Naomi🥀

I fully support a 12 step program. I cannot express the comfort and strength you can find with people that are going thru the same or similar problems. Depression has robbed me of so much. Very sad for Naomi, Ashley, Winona and Larry. 💜

I HOPE this HURT has changed her soul! She was so ANGRY, VULGAR and HATEFUL to President Trump and his family!