Freddy Brazier, Jade Goody’s son, bravely described his addiction struggles as he discussed the aftermath with his father and revealed Nan Jackiey’s role in the episode.
Freddy Brazier has candidly revealed what caused the distance between himself and his dad Jeff Brazier. The 20-year-old bravely opened up on his “tough” personal journey following Jeff’s legal battle to stop him seeing grandmother Jackiey Budden.
The late Jade Goody’s son has seen his relationship with his dad struggle after he moved out of their family home. Freddy decided to live with Jade’s mum Jackiey and sparked concern for Jeff after he was pictured smoking with her.
TV presenter Jeff had launched legal proceedings to stop the pair meeting following concerns over Freddy’s wellbeing. Despite things between Jeff and Freddy hitting a rough patch, it seems the father and son have taken a turn as they shared a sweet moment just days ago.
READ MORE: Jeff Brazier tells son Freddy ‘I hope you come home tonight’ after sweet reunionREAD MORE: Freddy Brazier bravely reveals he was sectioned after ‘tough’ struggle
Now, Freddy has decided to lay bare the extent of what he has been going through after revealing he was going to rehab earlier this year. “I’ve been smoking since I was 12,” he said.
“I’ve been to rehab, I’ve had manic episodes, I’ve been sectioned, and I’ve been in cells,” I said. A real journey has been taken, and it has been challenging.
He claimed Jackiey, his nan, was the one who “hooked” him to drugs. Freddy said, “My nan undoubtedly was the one who not only got me hooked on weed but also introduced me to it.”
Addressing his relationship with dad Jeff and why he spent so much time with his nan, Freddy sadly explained: “I feel like if I didn’t prioritise the relationship with my mum’s mum Jackiey… I was scared that if I wasn’t [around her], she’d kill herself.
And I kept thinking about it for so long that I spent months at my Nan’s, go on crazy ones, and “and I had that in my head.” Freddy revealed he had spent his entire life at a “boys holiday” instead of pushing my dad away.
He openly stated, “I’ve been smoking since I was 12 and it’s time to stop.” I relied on it to make me feel sane and somewhat okay, and it was a bad coping mechanism that led to an addiction.
Freddy described his desire to “be” clean so that he could mend relationships with Jackie and Jeff. He stated, “I want to be happy, be in a good relationship, and have a good relationship with my father and my Nana.”
Freddy’s relationship with Jeff seems to have improved since he shared photos of his dad in the musical 101 Dalmatians last week. As he expressed his support for Jeff’s project, he added a heartfelt message.
“Freddy said, “I’ve been watching 101 Dalmatians three times.” Some people would say that Fred, you don’t have much time on your hands? I do have way too much time on my hands, I guess!
“But I just adore it when my dad is at work, having fun, and smiling,” he says. I’ve loved talking to everyone I’ve ever spoken to or gone with, as well as my father and the rest of the cast. If you haven’t seen it, you have until the 30th, so act fast! “!
Frank offers confidential advice about drugs and addiction (email frank@talktofrank.com, message 82111 or call 0300 123 6600) or the NHS has information about getting help.
If you’re struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@samaritans.org or visit their site to find your local branch
READ MORE: Teen girls ‘can’t concentrate’ due to period panic but one item can help them
Source: Mirror
Leave a Reply