In a startlingly candid and emotional revelation, television star Rylan Clark has detailed the depths of a severe four-month mental health crisis that left him unrecognisable to himself, triggered by the collapse of his marriage.
The broadcaster and presenter, known for his effervescent on-screen personality, confessed he was forced to step away from his career entirely as he grappled with the aftermath of his split from husband Dan Neal. Clark described a period of intense suffering where his weight plummeted dramatically and he was signed off from all work commitments.
'I Ceased to Exist': The Shocking Toll
"I wasn't me anymore. I didn't know what to do," Clark stated, reflecting on the darkest period of his life. The physical manifestation of his emotional turmoil was severe, with the star revealing a drastic weight loss that saw him drop to just over nine stone.
His absence from the public eye was not a choice but a necessity for survival. "I got ill and I had to have time off," he explained, underscoring the seriousness of a condition that required complete professional withdrawal.
A Cautious Return to the Spotlight
Clark's return to broadcasting on BBC Radio 2 is being carefully managed. He is currently hosting alongside veteran presenter Scott Mills, filling in for the departed Steve Wright, but has been transparent about his ongoing recovery.
He has openly discussed the need to protect his well-being, admitting that the demanding schedule of a full-time radio show is something he must approach with extreme caution for the sake of his mental health.
Love Life Speculation and Setting the Record Straight
The personal upheaval sparked intense media speculation about his love life, particularly rumours of a romance with Strictly Come Dancing professional Neil Jones. Clark has firmly addressed these claims, labelling them as entirely false and a creation of the rumour mill.
His focus remains squarely on his continued healing and maintaining a stable, peaceful environment as he rebuilds his life and career one day at a time.
