TV bosses wish Ant a ‘speedy recovery’ after he goes into rehab for two months
ANT MCPARTLIN’S TV bosses have wished him a “speedy recovery” after the star checked into rehab amid his battle with depression, alcohol and substance abuse.
The Britain’s Got Talent, Saturday Night Takeaway and I’m A
Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! cohost, 41, is expected to remain in a facility for up to two months.
An ITV spokesman said: “We are sending Ant our very best wishes for a speedy recovery.”
McPartlin’s wife, make-up artist Lisa Armstrong, tweeted on Sunday: “Completely overwhelmed by all your love and support it means so much.
“I’m relieved he’s receiving the help he needs, we just need him better.”
Stars also sent their support, with former I’m A Celebrity contestant Myleene Klass tweeting: “Sending love to you both xxx.”
McPartlin has said he feels he has “let people down”, but wanted to speak out about his issues to help others. His problems reportedly stemmed from failed knee surgery two years ago.
With an ongoing knee complication, he is said to have started taking prescription drugs to cope with the pain. A source said alcohol has also become a cause for concern among friends of the presenter.
His busy work schedule is reported to have been an additional factor in his battle with anxiety.