12 British TV Stars Who Were Locked Away in Psychiatric Hospitals

They made us laugh, cheer and cry. And behind the smile, some of them were struggling just to get through the day. A world heavyweight champion sectioned under the Mental Health Act. A singer taken to a clinic the day after millions watched her on Britain's Got Talent. A comedian whose panic attack in the middle of recording a TV show led to six weeks in hospital. And a Doctor Who star who has spoken openly about his darkest time. From Jimmy Greaves, Nikki Grahame, Tony Slattery, Gail Porter and Beverley Callard to Paul Merton, David Harewood, Caroline Aherne, Christopher Eccleston, Paul Gascoigne, Susan Boyle and Frank Bruno, these are twelve much-loved British faces who went into psychiatric hospitals and clinics, and how they found their way back. Every story comes from their own words, interviews and the public record, told with respect. Which story moved you the most? Tell us in the comments. Like and subscribe for more true stories behind the faces we grew up with. Note: A documentary retrospective made for educational purposes. All accounts are based on the stars' own public words and published reporting. If you are struggling, please reach out to someone you trust or a local support service. This is an independent channel, not connected to the BBC, ITV or any broadcaster.