The Gladiators star Rob Beckett was not just living his “wildest dreams” once but had “surpassed” them. Still, he suffered from a hidden health issue that significantly impacted him.
The comedian and TV presenter was one of the four famous faces to appear on BBC’s Gladiators celebrity special.
Although his life was defined by a successful career and a happy family that appeared perfect on the surface, he was fighting his battles. So, here’s what happened to Rob as he’s opened up about his difficulties to inspire others.
Gladiator star Rob Beckett’s health struggles
Rob worked his way to fame, and he was lucky to have his wife, Louise Watts, support him. The couple married in 2015 and have two daughters, who the comedian chooses not to name.
By 2020, he had established himself as a successful comedian and TV presenter with opportunities flowing his way. In his autobiography A Class Act, Rob writes about an exciting television gig in Africa, during which he realised he wasn’t keeping well mentally.
“On January 4, 2020, I was nailing it,” he recalled. The show was being filmed in Cape Town, South Africa. He was only required to watch cricket, drink beer and go on safari with his best mate while getting paid. But, he couldn’t do it.
The comedian said: “Happily married to the love of my life, with two kids in a newly renovated family home, I had surpassed my wildest dreams.”
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