TW: this episode contains discussion of sexual assault and suicide.
In many ways, Will Young is the definition of resilience. As a child, he endured physical and psychological abuse at prep school. In his 20s, he found fame on a reality TV show and was forced to be public about his sexuality by a tabloid newspaper, after which he faced years of homophobia. In his 30s, he coped with extensive periods of depression as he struggled to understand his PTSD and tragically lost his twin brother, Rupert, to death by suicide. Now in his 40s, his survival is its own success.
And yet, professionally, he has also thrived, selling over 10 million albums worldwide, scooping two Brit Awards and an Ivor Novello along the way. Four of his albums have reached number one.
In person, Will is witty, smart and heartbreaking in equal measure. I think this is one of my favourite ever HTF episodes. We talk flunking his A-levels, dropping out of Strictly Come Dancing and relationship failures.
Despite once stating he never had confidence in himself as a pop star, Young is about to release his ninth studio album, Light It Up and a new single, Falling Deep, was released last week.
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What a wonderful episode. I can so relate to Rick, could be because we are the same age and grew up in the same kind of environment. Love the fact that he is so down to earth and appreciate his raw honesty. Thank you so much for sharing and Elizabeth for being the fabulous faciIitator. 🙏♥️🙏
The dream team. Brilliant interview Elizabeth. I am a Brit living in California and myself and two daughters worship Bernie. You are my favourite podcaster by miles. Thanks for providing a heavenly experience. x
WHAT a sweet guy. Great chat 👏
What is the name of the book on how to help a self harming teen?
I love Trinny and I just loved this interview. She started to cry and I started to cry. She's wonderful. Thank you Elizabeth
Amazing. I really felt for Dominica and hated how she was treated on MAFS by Olivia. I am so pleased she knows how much she’s supported. Great podcast from you both. 🙌🙌👏
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Oh my goodness, what a wonderful session, so wonderful, I am about to listen again. Thank you so much for your honesty, vulnerability and words of wisdom. Amazing gift the pair of you share. 🙏🙏
Hi Elisabeth, I love listening to your podcasts ever since my daughter suggested listening to you. With everyone i have gained something but i have especilly loved this one with Minnie Driver. Iam in my 60s and feel encouraged by this conversation. Many thanks to you both. Kind regards, Deirdre