Chris Kamara reveals he experienced suicidal thoughts after being diagnosed with speech apraxia, leading to his departure from Sky's Soccer Saturday. The TV personality is now in recovery and plans to return to television with a new travel series.
For confidential support call the Samaritans on 116123 or visit a local Samaritans branch, see www.samaritans.org for details Chris Kamara has admitted that he contemplated suicide after his disability drove him to rock bottom and cost him his job.
Speaking to Brentford, the club he played for in the 80s, Chris admitted that he had suicidal thoughts after he left Soccer Saturday as he didn't want to be a 'burden to his family'. 'How could I ever have thought of not being in this world with my grandkids? I love them and I appreciate life,' he added.
The 65-year-old was diagnosed with an underactive thyroid in 2021, which led to him stepping away from the majority of his broadcasting roles due to the issue. Read MoreEXCLUSIVE Chris Kamara is making his TV comeback after his devastating speech apraxia diagnosis as he joins forces with close friend Ben Shephard 'I'm going to admit something now, something I've never mentioned before,' Chris wrote. 'It's hard for me to talk about, so bear with me.'
The broadcasting legend said he felt he could do something 'extreme' if he continued to 'wander that maze alone'.
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