Kiss Breakfast host and TV personality Tyler West joins Pete in the Man Made studio.

Best known for his work on radio, television and  for appearing on Strictly Come Dancing, Tyler opens up about the reality behind the energy and positivity people see on screen. From growing up without his father to being raised alongside his brother by a fiercely resilient mother, he reflects on the moments that shaped his understanding of masculinity.

At just fourteen, Tyler witnessed a murder outside his home, an experience that led to years of fear, isolation and severe mental health struggles. He speaks candidly about that trauma and the moment he found himself at his lowest point, questioning everything.

But this is also a story of resilience. Tyler shares how he rebuilt himself, the coping mechanisms that helped him survive, and why he believes “not giving up” is the foundation of being a good man.

He also discusses the pressure of public scrutiny, body image, and how stepping outside his comfort zone ultimately led him to love meeting his fiancée, Molly Rainford.

Content Warning: Descriptions of Violence, Mental Health

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