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In the new book FRANK revealed how he was secretly sectioned during lockdown – after suffering a “terrifying” relapse in his battle with mental ill health.
The former World Heavyweight Champion, who was diagnosed with bipolar following his retirement from boxing, spent six weeks in hospital after family and friends grew increasingly concerned about his behaviour.
Frank said : “I went to hell and back during lockdown and ended up at rock bottom. At times I wondered if I’d get through it. It was the most terrifying time of my life. But now I am ready to tell the full story about what happened.”
In the memoir Frank, reveals:
The full details of the mental health breakdown he suffered in June 2020 which left his anguished family and friends forced to make the heartbreaking decision to have Frank sectioned.
Shocking details over failures in his care including how a nurse shared a picture of him on social media when he was in hospital. While another – tasked with helping care for Frank after he was discharged – drunkenly called Frank from the pub while telling friends about his illness. The incident is currently being investigated by the NHS.
The moment Frank desperately turned to fellow boxer Ricky Hatton for support as his life spiralled out of control.
How Frank has now made a full recovery and is launching a new campaign via his charity, the Frank Bruno Foundation, to combat a pandemic in mental health which he fears Covid-19 has created.
Frank also reveals details of the emotional reconciliation he has had with his daughter Freya, aged 15 which, he says, has been like a new beginning.
And he tells how he’s found happiness again in her personal life after getting back with his former girlfriend, Nina Colletta.
Bruno: 60 Years A Fighter, is the most definitive account of Frank’s life to date. In it he also opens up on how his boxing career was nearly derailed before it began – due to Colombian drug-dealers. And he details the bullying and racist abuse he overcame to emerge a World Champion.
He also talks about the infamous feud with Lennox Lewis, reflects on the night he became a World Champion and lifts the lid on his epic fights with Mike Tyson.
He also reveals the full details of a recent reunion with Tyson – which came just weeks after Frank was discharged from a mental health unit. And Frank tells how, despite retiring in 1996, he is still regularly offered £1m to take part in fights.
The memoir also reflects on Frank’s remarkable showbiz career outside the ring and includes a previously unseen interview with his legendary TV “sparring partner” Harry Carpenter.
Bruno: 60 Years A Fighter features tributes from reigning World Champion Tyson Fury, TV star Piers Morgan, retired World Champion Ricky Hatton, Sky TV’s Johnny Nelson, legendary promoter Barry Hearn, boxing commentator Ian Darke and sports writer Jeff Powell.
Signed copies now available
Morning busy day yesterday I must be getting old! 2 jobs in one day I get really tired. At the Matchroom
relaunch delighted to see AJ and the new name in boxing everyone is getting excited about Leo Atang there’s a name to watch for the future. Today it’s a golf day there is rumours of rain great for the grass not for the golfers! Have a good day #rain #morning #matchroom #aj #leoatang
Evening another busy week and it is so hot. So my summer trick is get in the shower and turn to cold and colder until you can stand it no more and try and do it without laughing or shouting. Now bear in mind I was the Cryotherapy champion at Champneys for a few years. Try it. We need a summer tune nice and loud Have a good night don’t forget hydrate the kids old people and the pets! https://youtube.com/watch?v=OkGgdIBX1to #hot #weather #shower #hydrate
Morning it’s gonna be a hot one! Good to see Deontay Wilder back “winning ways” so do I watch the Sport today on the treadmill or enjoy the sun bit of both I think.
My office has asked as we have had a cancellation is there anyone out there who wants to do an exclusive event with me for the 30th Anniversary of me winning the World Championship maybe a small intimate dinner watch the fight? Email dave@frankbruno.co.uk #hot #anniversary #saturday #morning
Morning come on now be honest are you like me I go on this site to do a posting and then I get sucked in to looking at other stuff and before you know it that’s 30 mins gone and I still have Facebook and Twitter to do!! There is an art to posting when on a treadmill going slowly!! Saw this and like the pic!! #pictureoftheday #morning #screen
Morning another great night in Birmingham a sold out night with a waiting list. It was hot but enjoyable and thanks to the people who turned up on a sticky night! As much as I love the sun I think a day in the shade & of course the gym. Have a good day keep the pets well hydrated!
#sunday #birmingham #lastnight #hot
Morning okay men own up who is walking around shirtless as they read this?! Had a quick look and need to sit down to watch properly the Heston Blumenthal documentary my office says its compelling viewing & shows how underfunded & the unaccepted escalation of bipolar is being blinkered by the Government. All MP’s need to be sat down to watch it!! So drink loads of water look after the pets have a good day and don’t get burnt! #hot #bipolar #saturday #morning
Evening amazing day in Barnstable yesterday people queuing round the corner thanks for those people who gave up their Fathers day and the look of surprise on some of the dads faces was memorable. #evening #barnstable #devon
Morning Happy Father’s day to all the dads and father figures. Even now I still miss my dad every day. It’s amazing until you don’t have your dad around you anymore you then realise how much they shaped your life. So Today a simple thanks to your dad will go a long way. There is only 1 tune for today turn it up!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmDxJrggie8 #dad #father #sunday #happyfathersday
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