TV legend Noel Edmonds, known for his shows Noel’s House Party, Deal Or No Deal and Top of the Pops, has admitted that he previously went struggled through suicidal thoughts
Noel Edmonds confessed he struggled through thoughts of suicide.
The TV presenter discussed the ‘very dark times’ he experienced as part of his latest show Noel Edmonds’ Kiwi Adventure.
In his fresh ITV series, where he explores life down under in New Zealand with his missus Liz, the celeb confesses to having battled suicidal thoughts.
In the episode aired last week, voiceover legend Rob Brydon delved into how Noel’s production company went bust out of the blue in 2005, taking a massive toll on his mental wellbeing.
Noel said: “My Unique group of companies was deliberately collapsed by some corrupt bankers and I’m safe in saying that because my bank manager went to prison, along with four others, for 50 years.”
“When the companies went into administration in 2006, I thought I was a crap businessman. I thought it was my fault. 70 people lost their jobs,” reports the Mirror.
Noel revealed: “I’ll tell you, when you go to that dark space… I used to, like many people, kind of look down my nose and think, why would anybody want to take their own life? Why would they want to do that?”.
“I’ll tell you, if you’ve ever been in that dark space, you’ll never be critical, because it is a space where there is no reason.”
After the heartfelt episode aired, scores of viewers flocked to social media to commend the host, who they reckon has “been to hell and back”. A fan commented on X: “Say what you like about him but he’s been to hell and back and is still standing and as someone who grew up watching him on Swap Shop and TOTP etc, I’m a fan and will be watching next week.”
Another chimed in: “Don’t care what you say, I love Noel Edmonds!”.
Noel had previously spoken out about his suicide attempt in 2005. In a candid chat with the Mail in 2017, he confessed: “I’ve thought a lot about that dark place I got to. Thankfully, it is beyond the comprehension of most people.”
For emotional support, you can call the Samaritans 24-hour helpline on 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org, visit a Samaritans branch in person or go to the Samaritans website.
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