Nicola Peltz shares teary-eyed selfies and reflects on being ‘hurt’ by others

Nicola Peltz got candid on social media on Friday while opening up about a bad day that made her emotional.

The 27-year-old actress posted two photos of herself, one showing her teary-eyed in her bed while holding a stuffed animal, and the other a close-up of her eyes, which appear red and swollen.

« Sometimes I struggle to show the sad bits of me, » Peltz captioned her Instagram post. « Growing up with seven siblings and two very strong parents made me very tough, they hammered me not to let people put me down or hurt my heart. It made me put up such a wall to protect myself , especially in this industry.

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« We all have days when people make you feel bad and it’s okay to be hurt by it, » she continued. « I just thought I would write something because I never show that side of me here. I wanted to show that side of me.

Peltz, who married Brooklyn Peltz Beckham in April, thanked fans for their love and support.

« It means so much when you’re nice on my page, I want you to know I see you, I hear you, and that means a lot to me, » she concluded.

Those close to the star took to the comments to support and uplift her.

Husband Beckham wrote: « You have the most amazing heart xx », followed by two red heart emojis. « I love you so much xx. »

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Paris Hilton commented, « I love you, » while actress Selma Blair shared some encouraging words.

« Wonderful Nicola, we met many years ago, and of course I was transfixed. On your kindness. On your grace. I was weak and tired and older than your audience, and you listened « The ‘Cruel Intentions’ star shared. « Forever I will see you as an angel child. Whatever mood or feeling you are in. Sending a hug. »