‘I will never get over losing him’: Dr Alex George pays tribute to late brother Llŷr in first podcast since the 19-year-old lost his life to mental health
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Dr Alex George returned for a new series of his podcast The Waiting Room on Thursday, and opened with a tribute to his younger brother Llŷr, who died in July.
Alex. 30, addressed Llŷr’s death – who was just 19 when he lost his battle with mental health.
‘I’ve been going through the hardest time in my personal life after loosing my brother Llŷr to mental health in July,’ Alex told listeners. ‘He was only 19 with a career in medicine ahead of him.
Remembering him: Dr Alex George returned for a new series of his podcast The Waiting Room on Thursday, and opened with a tribute to his younger brother Llŷr, who died in July
‘I was so so proud of him. I miss him so much and he is always in my thoughts.’
Thanking his followers, Alex went on: ‘Your support has been overwhelming, your kindness and your care, and I just want to take a moment to acknowledge this. Thank you so much, you have been amazing.’
Alex used the opportunity to advise others in similar circumstances.
‘To anyone who is struggling please reach out and ask for help. There is always hope of a better day.’
Hero: A&E doctor Alex – who shot to fame on Love Island 2018 – was debuting the fourth series of the podcast after a trying year
Alex recalled what someone ‘very very wise’ told him after his brother passed away.
‘Life throws us into the deep end at times but with the help of family and friends we overcome even the most seemingly surmountable of challenges. Just know you are never alone.’
Reflecting on the grieving process, Alex added: ‘Grief is an ongoing process and I’ll never get over losing Llŷr, but i want to continue doing the things that are important to me.’
A&E doctor Alex – who shot to fame on Love Island 2018 – was debuting the fourth series of the podcast after a trying year.
He’s been treating Covid-19 patients at Lewisham Hospital in London and sharing his experiences with the nation in his role as a TV medic.
Joining him in the first episode is his A&E colleague, Emergency Medicine Consultant Dr Anna Colclough. They compare notes on delivering care through a global pandemic and discuss how quickly their department adapted in the most extraordinary circumstances.
If you have been affected by this story, the Samaritans can be contacted on 116 123.