Kerry Katona became emotional during an appearance on the Exhibit A podcast with Abbey Clancy, describing a traumatic childhood memory of her mother's self-harm. The former singer and reality TV star revealed that her earliest distressing recollection was witnessing her mother, Sue, slit her wrist.
Speaking through tears, Katona explained that her mother's mental health struggles left her feeling unloved and unwanted as a child. She also shared her fear that the tendency might be genetic, leading her to take a preventative step later in life.
The mum-of-five showed the tattoos of her daughters Molly and Lilly on her wrist, which she got as a reminder never to harm herself. She said she wanted to ensure her children never feel the same abandonment she experienced, stating that she would never be 'so selfish' as to put them through that pain.
Katona clarified that she still loves her mother deeply and that her mother had no help at the time, adding that she hopes the podcast inspires others. Fans praised her bravery and honesty in the comments, calling her a strong and inspirational figure.
