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Jade Goody’s son Freddy Brazier was told to be ‘proud’ by fans after he opened up about his mental and physical health diagnoses in order to encourage others to find help

Freddy Brazier, the son of Jeff Brazier and the late Jade Goody, has bravely opened up about his mental health struggles. The TV star also gave advice for those struggling with epilepsy as he does, and was “happy to get on board” by making a video to raise awareness of the issues.

In the TikTok video – filmed before his dad Jeff launched a legal proceedings to stop Freddy seeing his grandmother Jackiey Budden – Freddy, 20, filmed himself at home as he spoke to the camera on behalf of an epilepsy awareness account. “I’m Freddy Brazier,” he began.

“Some might know me for my harsh mother Jade Goody, the Big Brother star some would say. Or my father Jeff Brazier the TV presenter, known for multiple things – couldn’t tell you,” Freddy said while laughing.

He then referred to the BBC show he’d done with his dad, exclaiming: “And if you’ve watched Race Across the World you might also know me from there! The absolute legend from Race Across the World.”

Freddy’s tone soon changed, as he spoke about the more serious issues he was facing. “Just coming on to say that seizures – or any illness – shouldn’t be made a joke or something to laugh about,” he said.

He then revealed: “Me myself, I suffer from serious mental health, and I’ve got ADHD and bipolar. And it’s not nice when people want to belittle you or talk down on you because of it.”

The young man moved out into the garden as he finished the video, smiling as he advised: “For more information about seizures and whatever else, visit this account. Hope it helps.”

In the comment section of the video, the account holder revealed that after they reached out to Freddy, he was “happy” to help and “offered to do the video straight away”.

Many fans were equally impressed with his honesty while talking about his mental health and epilepsy. “You are a star, you are helping so many for talking out,” one person said, with another adding: “You are a voice for all young men keep up the good work.”

“Well done for speaking out mate,” a third praised. Another fan penned: “Be proud of yourself to open up and help young lads or anyone really.”

It comes amid reports Freddy’s dad Jeff is planning to launch legal action to stop Freddy from seeing his maternal grandmother, Jackiey Budden – citing concerns over the negative effects the relationship has had on Freddy’s well-being. Jackiey Budden has had a strained relationship with Feddy’s dad Jeff, who dated Jade for two years, with the pair having two sons, Bobby, 21, and Freddy, 20.

But in recent days, it was claimed that Jeff had consulted lawyers in a bid to prevent the young model and TV star from seeing Jackiey. Following the reports, Jackiey responded as she said: “I know what this is all about.” She went on to add: “It (the situation with Jeff) doesn’t matter. It doesn’t matter.”

Jeff, father of Jade’s two children, is taking legal action in an attempt to legally block contact between model Freddy and his nan Jackiey, 68, amid concerns for his welfare – sixteen years after Jade tragically died of cervical cancer aged just 27, when Freddy was just four and his EastEnders star brother Bobby five.

Prior to revealing his diagnoses with bipolar disorder and epilepsy, Freddy spoke about how he’d coped after being diagnosed with ADHD when he was just 10.

He admitted that it was tough to concentrate at school, and said that he never meant to cause a disruption. Freddy summarised: “I don’t think I was bad but I weren’t good.”

Dad Jeff then took over and spoke directly to the camera, praising: “I couldn’t hazard a guess on how Fred’s mind works but I know he’s going to do something amazing in his lifetime.”

Beauty fans keen to replicate Zara McDermott’s gorgeous hairstyles are in luck. The documentary maker and reality star revealed her go-to styler for curls, and it’s currently on sale on Amazon.

In a series of posts on her Instagram Stories, Zara highlighted the ghd Curve Curl Tongs. She wrote: “The only hair curlers I’m using at the moment. Obsessed. My hair is so naturally straight but using these curlers my hair stays all day.”

Thanks to the Amazon Spring Deal Days, the curl tongs are on offer for £115 from £159. Just like Zara, reviewers loved the gadget. Shoppers shared high praise for ghd’s curlers, which are available in a 26mm or 32mm size.

Someone said: “After using cheaper curlers for years, I decided to check what the hype was about. I regret not buying it earlier. Easy to use, lightweight, and holds curls for days. I love everything about it.”

A second said: “The best curlers. Wish I had invested sooner, create a lovely curl and could see the difference immediately. Heat up really quickly too.”

Another reviewer added: “I can never get my hair to curl, I’ve tried many curling tongs over the years and straighteners, now I have finally found something that works. I decided to pay a bit extra to get good results and I am glad I did. I do wish I had bought the bigger ones though because of the length of my hair, but still very pleased.”

However, someone replied: “I bought this because I love my GHD Straighteners but wanted to curl my hair. Unfortunately I can’t get a curl that holds in using these. Going back to my Babyliss Curl Pro.” A different reviewer said: “I like these however I find that the curls don’t last long they drop a lot, I found a basic wand keeps the hair curls/ waves in a lot better.”

Meanwhile, a third shared: “I’m really upset that it doesn’t come with heat protective mat or case as I have to carry it in my hands as it takes long time to cool off. Otherwise it works great and it heats up quickly!”

Elsewhere, Look Fantastic has discounted the CLOUD NINE The Curling Wand and CLOUD NINE The Airshot Pro to £288, Boots has discounted the BaByliss Wave Secret Air to £99.99, and Argos offers the TRESemme Large Ceramic Curling Tong for £27.

You’ve come to the right place if you want to copy Zara McDermott’s stunning hairdos. The reality star and documentary maker revealed her preferred curls styler, which is currently available on Amazon.

Zara highlighted the ghd Curve Curl Tongs in a number of Instagram posts. The only hair curlers I use right now, she wrote. obsessed . Although my hair is naturally straight, using these curlers, my hair stays that way all day.

The curlings are available for £115 from £159 as part of the Amazon Spring Deal Days. Reviewers adored the gadget, just like Zara. GHD’s curlers, which are available in a 26mm or 32mm size, received a lot of positive feedback from customers.

Someone said, “I decided to check the hype after using cheaper curlers for years. I regret not purchasing it sooner. Uses quickly, is lightweight, and holds curls for days. It’s so beautiful, I love everything about it.

The best curlers were a second said. Wish I had gone ahead and made the first step in creating a gorgeous curl. “Heat up very quickly, too”

Another reviewer continued, “I’ve tried many curling tongs and straighteners over the years, and now I’ve finally found something that works.” I’m glad I made the decision to pay a little more to achieve good results. Despite my long hair, I’m still very pleased despite the fact that I wish I had purchased the longer ones.

However, someone responded, “I purchased this because I wanted to curl my hair but adore my GHD straighteners.” Unfortunately, I am unable to use these to maintain a curl. Returning to my Babyliss Curl Pro A different reviewer commented, “I like these, but I find that the curls don’t last long and drop a lot. I found that a simple wand helps to keep the curls and waves in much better.”

A third person expressed disappointment that the device doesn’t come with a heat protective mat or case because it requires a long time to cool off. Otherwise, it heats up quickly and is great!

The TRESemme Large Ceramic Curling Tong is available for just £27 while Look Fantastic has reduced the price of the CLOUD NINE The Curling Wand and CLOUD NINE The Airshot Pro to just £288.