Thomas Skinner, a star of Strictly Come Dancing, has revealed that he has been devastated by the sudden passing of a close friend who had already killed himself.
Strictly Come Dancing star Thomas Skinner has been left heartbroken following the tragic death of his close friend. The star, 34, who shot to fame after appearing on The Apprentice in 2019, opened up about his pain after finding out his close pal “took his own life” following a battle with his mental health.
Taking to social media, the larger than life star, who was the first to be eliminated from the BBC dancing show, wrote: “The last couple of weeks I’ve been trying to get hold of an old mate of mine who I ain’t seen face to face in a couple of years. Always the odd message or text but haven’t got round to catching up.”
We all are aware of how busy life is with our children and work, and we consistently promise to get together soon. Because I couldn’t get to him to get his advice on something, I needed to reach out to people who knew him right now. I recently learned that he had recently committed suicide.
He continued, “I’m absolutely gutted,” in his emotional post. For him and his family, I’m devastated. I was completely unaware.
Recently, the reality TV star appeared to have a meltdown online as he claimed Strictly Come Dancing made him a “target”, which led to “constant abuse.”
Some of the TV personality’s close friends have alleged that some of them have dismissed him because of “the abuse and lies about him.”
This comes after he admitted to a fling with a woman named Amy-Lucy O’Rourke just weeks after his wedding to Sinead.
He said to The Sun at the time, “I’m just so fortunate that she forgave me. I fully comprehended what I had just told my wife when we spoke. You’re just shown that ten minutes can completely ruin your life.
In his post, Thomas continued, “This happens to men my age all the time, talking about suicide and mental health. We bottle it up, crack on like nothing is wrong, and struggle inside.
If you’re reading this and are having a bad time, he continued, “So be it.” Talk to someone, please. Don’t sit still. Even if you can’t see it right now, there is always a way out.
He continued, “Things may take time, but things do improve.” Although it may take a week, a month, or a year, things will get better. I’ll keep you a promise. I’m so devastated that I didn’t know, in truth. Someone’s life can be changed by a phone call.
A chat and a pint might save someone’s life, he continued. People who are tough don’t stay tough forever. Take good care of one another. For my friend, I’m going to have a pint. RIP, mate.
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
Source: Mirror
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