TV star Rylan Clark has bravely opened up about the devastating impact fame had on his wellbeing, revealing he reached such a low point that he "actually died for a minute".
The popular presenter, known for his work on Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two and Big Brother's Bit on the Side, shared the shocking admission during a candid discussion about mental health.
The Dark Side of Celebrity
Clark described how the pressures of being in the public eye led to a complete breakdown in 2021, forcing him to step away from his BBC Radio 2 show. "I was in a really bad way," he confessed. "My body just shut down."
A Life-Changing Moment
The 35-year-old revealed the most chilling detail of his ordeal: "I actually died for a minute. My heart stopped. That's how bad it got." This terrifying experience became the wake-up call he needed to prioritise his health.
Road to Recovery
Since taking time away to heal, Clark has returned to television with a new perspective. He's now using his platform to raise awareness about mental health, particularly in the entertainment industry.
"I'm in a much better place now," he shared. "But I'll never forget how close I came to losing everything." His story serves as a powerful reminder of the hidden costs of fame.
