Bear Grylls, the adventurer known for surviving extreme conditions, has revealed he would walk away from his television career if his wife Shara asked him to. The couple, married since 2000 with three children, live a private life on their own island in Wales, and Grylls credits Shara's support as the foundation of his success.
In an interview, Grylls said: 'If she said enough's enough in terms of my TV career, I'd honour that too because it's no good being successful in life if it's screwing up your home life. So I would quit TV if she asked me to.' He emphasised that he prioritises his marriage above all else, noting that he and Shara have always respected each other's boundaries.
Grylls, 51, also spoke about the importance of having strong foundations, drawing strength from his family and Christian faith. He dismissed the idea that his tough image means he has no struggles, saying: 'I spend most of my life deconstructing that image... just because you're good at one thing doesn't mean you're good at everything.'
The adventurer's latest BBC One series, Wild Reckoning, which starts tomorrow, features couples on his island home undertaking challenges to improve their relationships. Grylls believes that time outdoors together is more valuable than expensive therapy, stating: 'Time together outside is never wasted.'
