FREDDY Brazier has bravely revealed he’s been “sectioned and to rehab” after suffering a series of “manic episodes.”
The TV star, who recently confirmed his feud with dad Jeff had ended , spoke openly about his “tough” journey through his teenage years and into adulthood.
Freddy, now 20, was just four, and his EastEnders actor brother Bobby five, when their mother Jade Goody died from cervical cancer in 2009.
The Big Brother legend passed away at the age of 27 with the two boys then raised by their dad.
In a preview for the his own Load Of Old Cobblers podcast, set for full release on September 1, he admitted: “I’ve been smoking since I was 12, I’ve been to rehab, I’ve been sectioned, I’ve had manic episodes, I’ve been sectioned.
“There’s been a real journey and it’s been a tough one.”
Recently, Celebrity Race Across The World star Freddy was embroiled in a feud with dad Jeff.
He had reportedly been living with his grandmother Jackiey Budden earlier this year, despite his parent taking legal action to stop him from seeing her.
Jackiey and Jeff have clashed several times over the years before The Sun on Sunday revealed that the former Dancing on Ice contestant had taken legal action following concerns for his son’s wellbeing.
Jackiey and Freddy were then captured in a dance video together before Freddy appeared to take a swipe at Jeff and said: “Home is where the heart is.”
SMOOTHING THINGS OVER
In July, sharing a sweet comment on a photo from a recent evening out together , Freddy confirmed the father and son duo’s feud has been put to bed.
Jeff’s two sons, Freddy and Bobby, put aside their differences to watch their TV presenter dad make his debut in the new West End show 101 Dalmations: The Musical last month.
Seen together at the musical, the trio posed up a storm together.
Jeff shared some snaps from the night and captioned his post: “So lovely to have both the lads come along to watch me in @101dalmatiansuk.
“I love how much it made them laugh and it was really special that they were both there to support me.
“Thanks for coming @freddybrazier_ @bobbybrazier.”
Inside Bobby Brazier's burgeoning TV career
Bobby Brazier has risen through the ranks to become a well known face on British TV.
As the son of Jade Goody and Jeff Brazier , he has been well-known amongst the public from a young age.
Bobby first embarked on a showbiz career when he was just 16-years old when he started modelling.
The star made his catwalk debut in 2020 at Milan Fashion Week, but it wasn’t long before he had his eyes on a TV career.
He shot to prominence in 2022 when he was cast as Freddie Slater in EastEnders .
The incredibly acting skills displayed on screen earned him the National Television Award in the ‘Rising Star’ category.
His famous dad was in tears as Bobby accepted the award on stage in front of the likes of Holly Willoughby and Alison Hammond.
It wasn’t long before BBC bosses wanted him to take part in the 21st series of Strictly Come Dancing .
He clearly impressed the viewers with his dancing skills as he made the grand final and was a runner-up.
Since then, viewers were delighted when he returned to his role in the long-running BBC One soap.
Freddy then seemingly confirmed the family feud is over when he replied: ‘What a show, loved every minute of it!
“Most of all I loved watching you just play and have fun.
“I love you Dad.”
Replying to his son, Jeff penned: “@freddybrazier_ Love you too Fred! Thanks for coming, meant a lot.”
