CELEBRITY Big Brother star Tina Malone was seen tearing up live on GMB this morning.
The 62-year-old actress became emotional as she shared details about her husband and revealed that he attempted to take his life twice before he passed away.
Tina Malone broke down in tears on GMB as she discussed her husband’s tragic death
Susanna Reid comforted the heartbroken star
The actress’ spouse Paul Chase died after taking his own life in March 2024
Paul was just 41 when he passed away after a battle with PTSD
Veteran Paul was only 41 when he died, having struggled with his experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Today, she appeared on air to advocate for more government support for veterans dealing with mental health challenges following their service.
Speaking to the hosts, she tearfully recounted the extent of Paul’s PTSD in the year leading up to his death.
“He attempted to take his life twice in 2023, a year before he died,” Tina shared with viewers.
She then began to cry, prompting Susanna to comfort her as she spoke about Paul’s struggle with PTSD and the insufficient help he received.
Tina revealed this on May 18, 2024.
At that time, the grief-stricken star wrote on X : “It’s with total heartbreak that I write this: my husband Paul Chase Malone passed away this morning. We are utterly devastated.”
Speaking last month on the Suddenly Single podcast, Tina heartbreakingly expressed that she “can’t wait” for the day she is reunited with her beloved Paul.
“I hold on to [his last texts]. One said he would find ways to reach me [from the other side], and he has,” Tina shared.
“I relish the thought of dying, and I know that sounds a bit crazy [so I can see him again].
“If I didn’t have [her daughter], I wouldn’t be here now.”
Best magazine’s Editor-in-Chief Siobhan Wykes asked: “Do you genuinely believe that?”
A confident Tina replied: “Absolutely. With pure joy. I can say that rationally, and all else.”
Tina shares her 11-year-old daughter Flame with Paul.
“I have to be strong and love, protect, and ensure my youngest girl achieves everything in life,” she added.
“But no, I welcome passing over—whatever you want to call it, death, whatever. I welcome it.”
The star stated: “I look forward to the day because I will be with him again. And that’s all I live for.”
Tina insisted she will “never” date again or engage in intimate relationships with another man.
She said: ‘I will never date again. I’ve had enough fulfilling experiences in my life to last me a lifetime… I’ve had the greatest moments with quite a few men. The best and the penultimate being with my darling Paul.”
In May, the TV star shared the .
“It’s the first time I’ve openly stated it and confirmed it. Paul did take his own life. I believe in transparency,” she told The Mirror .
“I’ll never get over it. I miss him so deeply and I love him immensely
