TV star Rylan Clark has opened up about a terrifying experience aboard a flight that left him convinced he was facing his final moments. The popular presenter, known for his roles on Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two and Big Brother's Bit on the Side, shared details of the harrowing incident that occurred during a recent trip.
'Absolute Nightmare' in the Skies
Clark described sudden, violent turbulence that struck without warning, sending passengers into panic. "The plane dropped what felt like hundreds of feet in seconds," he recalled. "People were screaming, drinks and belongings went flying everywhere."
Celebrity's Raw Fear
The normally composed entertainer admitted to moments of sheer terror: "I'm not ashamed to say I genuinely thought this was it. I was texting my loved ones what I believed might be my last messages."
Flight attendants reportedly struggled to maintain their footing as the aircraft bucked violently. "The crew were incredible," Clark noted, "but even they looked terrified, which really brought home how serious it was."
Aftermath and Recovery
Despite the plane eventually landing safely, Clark confessed the experience has left him shaken: "I've flown hundreds of times, but this has really affected me. I don't know when I'll feel comfortable flying again."
The incident has sparked conversations about air travel safety and the psychological impact of such traumatic experiences, even when they end without physical injury.
