Key Highlights
- Strictly Come Dancing star Angela Scanlon opens up about a ‘full breakdown’ suffered last year.
- The experience occurred during a CoppaFeel! Charity trek in the Himalayas.
- Scanlon details profound isolation and establishes a grassroots community called Hot Messers.
- Her appearance on Michael McIntyre’s show, The Wheel, is scheduled for this weekend.
Mental Health Struggles of Strictly Come Dancing Star Unveiled
Strictly Come Dancing star Angela Scanlon has candidly discussed a ‘full breakdown’ she experienced last year, shedding light on the profound isolation and mental health struggles that plagued her during a charity expedition in the Himalayas. This personal revelation comes as she prepares to appear on Michael McIntyre’s beloved game show, The Wheel, this weekend.
Breaking Down During a Trek
The 41-year-old actress, well-known for her role alongside professional dancer Carlos Gu in the 2023 series of Strictly Come Dancing, where they secured sixth position, has admitted to frequently experiencing intense feelings of loneliness. Scanlon, who was part of the BBC show and took on a team captain role during a charity expedition organized by CoppaFeel! with personalities such as Emma Willis, Sara Davies, and Candice Brown, detailed her mental state during this trek.
Scanlon disclosed, “A couple of days in – I cracked. Full breakdown.
Ugly crying into my yak-themed duvet.” This admission comes after a period of years where she had intermittently felt lonely despite having an impressive following on Instagram and a busy work life. She elaborated: “What the actual f*** was I thinking? How arrogant was I to believe I’m equipped to hold these brilliant women at such a tender time?”
Establishing Hot Messers Community
The television personality’s experience led her to establish a grassroots movement known as Hot Messers, a community that celebrates flaws and disorder. Scanlon acknowledged the unexpected success of this initiative: “Although I anticipated nobody would turn up, the inaugural gathering proved triumphant, with the subsequent organised walk being ‘double the size’ of the first.” This effort has gained traction, providing support for others who may feel isolated or struggling.
On The Wheel and Beyond
This weekend, BBC audiences will see Angela Scanlon appear on Michael McIntyre’s game show, The Wheel, as participants progress to the quarter-finals. Her journey from Strictly Come Dancing to becoming a voice for mental health awareness showcases her resilience and commitment to addressing societal issues.
Scanlon’s openness about her struggles serves as an important reminder of the challenges faced by many in the public eye, highlighting the need for greater support and understanding. As she continues her advocacy work through Hot Messers, her story resonates with a wide audience, encouraging conversations around mental health and self-acceptance.
