Shirley Ballas on Grief, Family, and Mental Health

Shirley Ballas on Grief, Family, and Mental Health

Update: 2025-09-30
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Strictly's Shirley Ballas gets emotional about her unbreakable bond with her 88-year-old mother, Audrey, revealing how she's been her rock through life's toughest storms, including the devastating loss of her brother. Hear how this incredible relationship shaped Shirley's new book, her mental health advocacy, and why she calls her mom the boss. Plus, the heartbreaking story of her brother's suicide and how it led her and her son Mark to fight for mental health awareness.

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Shirley Ballas on Grief, Family, and Mental Health

Shirley Ballas on Grief, Family, and Mental Health