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Rylan Clark on Heartbreak and Rebuilding a Life in Public


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This week's guest is the TV and Radio presenter, Rylan Clark.


He joins Matt in the studio to talk about the brilliant highs and crushing lows he's experienced in his life recently. After exploding on to our TV screens in 2012, as a contestant on the X-Factor, Rylan has become one of the most recognisable personalities in the UK. Known for his high energy, laughter and fabulous teeth - he is hard to miss, whether on the TV, Radio or just walking down the street.


But a couple of years ago, Rylan went through a very difficult divorce, which left him feeling the lowest he had ever been. He didn't want to leave the house, or get out of bed, and he became very ill and turned to drink.


In this episode, he opens up to Matt about the highs and lows of fame, loneliness, going through that incredibly difficult time and how he has come through the other side.



Below are some helpful links for help and advice, if you have been affected by anything you have heard in this episode.


The Samaritans

Web Of Loneliness

Alcohol Support on the NHS website



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