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New book 60 years a fighter a new book commemorating Franks 60th Birthday

 60 years a fighter a new book commemorating Franks 60th Birthday

 In the new book FRANK revealed how he was secretly sectioned during lockdown – after suffering a “terrifying” relapse in his battle with mental ill health.

The former World Heavyweight Champion, who was diagnosed with bipolar following his retirement from boxing, spent six weeks in hospital after family and friends grew increasingly concerned about his behaviour.

Frank said : “I went to hell and back during lockdown and ended up at rock bottom. At times I wondered if I’d get through it. It was the most terrifying time of my life. But now I am ready to tell the full story about what happened.”

In the memoir Frank, reveals:
The full details of the mental health breakdown he suffered in June 2020 which left his anguished family and friends forced to make the heartbreaking decision to have Frank sectioned.
Shocking details over failures in his care including how a nurse shared a picture of him on social media when he was in hospital. While another – tasked with helping care for Frank after he was discharged – drunkenly called Frank from the pub while telling friends about his illness. The incident is currently being investigated by the NHS.

The moment Frank desperately turned to fellow boxer Ricky Hatton for support as his life spiralled out of control.

How Frank has now made a full recovery and is launching a new campaign via his charity, the Frank Bruno Foundation, to combat a pandemic in mental health which he fears Covid-19 has created.

Frank also reveals details of the emotional reconciliation he has had with his daughter Freya, aged 15 which, he says, has been like a new beginning.

And he tells how he’s found happiness again in her personal life after getting back with his former girlfriend, Nina Colletta.

Bruno: 60 Years A Fighter, is the most definitive account of Frank’s life to date. In it he also opens up on how his boxing career was nearly derailed before it began – due to Colombian drug-dealers. And he details the bullying and racist abuse he overcame to emerge a World Champion.

He also talks about the infamous feud with Lennox Lewis, reflects on the night he became a World Champion and lifts the lid on his epic fights with Mike Tyson.

He also reveals the full details of a recent reunion with Tyson – which came just weeks after Frank was discharged from a mental health unit. And Frank tells how, despite retiring in 1996, he is still regularly offered £1m to take part in fights.

The memoir also reflects on Frank’s remarkable showbiz career outside the ring and includes a previously unseen interview with his legendary TV “sparring partner” Harry Carpenter.

Bruno: 60 Years A Fighter features tributes from reigning World Champion Tyson Fury, TV star Piers Morgan, retired World Champion Ricky Hatton, Sky TV’s Johnny Nelson, legendary promoter Barry Hearn, boxing commentator Ian Darke and sports writer Jeff Powell.

Signed copies now available

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Afternoon the Frank Bruno UK tour is stopping off in Torquay in August why not make it a little break? 1st time I’ve been there for a while
 #tour #torquay #devon #event #evening

Afternoon the Frank Bruno UK tour is stopping off in Torquay in August why not make it a little break? 1st time I’ve been there for a while
#tour #torquay #devon #event #evening
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Afternoon a bit of poetry for you!
Outside the Ring
By Samantha Crilly,
George Francis once said to me,
When boxing finishes the real fight begins
You’ve had your moments of glory, your spectacular wins.
But who are you now, standing outside the ring?
So where did I go after I fought my last fight?
I could retire into the shadows or make change in the light.
I’d spoken about the fights with my fists.
But not the ones that to the eye can be missed.
The ones that often lay silent yet speak for so many.
Taken too lightly but often too heavy.
I spoke out against the lab coats, the drugs they spill.
So lavishly for money, making us ill.
I decided to create my own, my very own creation,
A place to help other people, The Frank Bruno Foundation
Non-contact boxing a place to reflect.
With pure medicine for the mind with no side effects
I knew my words held power and my actions had weight.
That I had a chance to pull up a chair in this debate
I will speak up for men,
That sometimes it’s strong to be weak.
That you can still be a man and speak
So now I fight with my voice for the people.
Against falsehood and evil
My legacy won’t just live within my gloves.
But will live within my words, compassion and love  #poetry #poem #poems

Afternoon a bit of poetry for you!
Outside the Ring
By Samantha Crilly,
George Francis once said to me,
When boxing finishes the real fight begins
You’ve had your moments of glory, your spectacular wins.
But who are you now, standing outside the ring?
So where did I go after I fought my last fight?
I could retire into the shadows or make change in the light.
I’d spoken about the fights with my fists.
But not the ones that to the eye can be missed.
The ones that often lay silent yet speak for so many.
Taken too lightly but often too heavy.
I spoke out against the lab coats, the drugs they spill.
So lavishly for money, making us ill.
I decided to create my own, my very own creation,
A place to help other people, The Frank Bruno Foundation
Non-contact boxing a place to reflect.
With pure medicine for the mind with no side effects
I knew my words held power and my actions had weight.
That I had a chance to pull up a chair in this debate
I will speak up for men,
That sometimes it’s strong to be weak.
That you can still be a man and speak
So now I fight with my voice for the people.
Against falsehood and evil
My legacy won’t just live within my gloves.
But will live within my words, compassion and love #poetry #poem #poems
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Evening we are doing another fundraiser “fightnight for the foundation here is the story of one of the boxers Daniel who is hoping to raise money have a read https://justgiving.com/page/daniel-cheney-1698826307520?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Fdaniel-cheney-1698826307520&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share… A small quote from an inspiring story “The Frank Bruno Foundation has been my anchor, rescuing me from the depths of despair. I’m sharing my story and raising funds for this incredible organization in the hope that it will continue to grow and extend its life-saving support to others who, like me, have fought the battle of mental health. Together, we can inspire change and bring hope to those who need it most.”
 #boxing #fundraising #mentalhealthawareness

Evening we are doing another fundraiser “fightnight for the foundation here is the story of one of the boxers Daniel who is hoping to raise money have a read https://justgiving.com/page/daniel-cheney-1698826307520?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Fdaniel-cheney-1698826307520&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share… A small quote from an inspiring story “The Frank Bruno Foundation has been my anchor, rescuing me from the depths of despair. I’m sharing my story and raising funds for this incredible organization in the hope that it will continue to grow and extend its life-saving support to others who, like me, have fought the battle of mental health. Together, we can inspire change and bring hope to those who need it most.”
#boxing #fundraising #mentalhealthawareness
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Afternoon Thanks to Paul Dolbear 1st time promoted gig in Western Supermere great night its nice to see some new people now promoting gigs its a gamble & hard work but it will pay off if you work hard. Can’t believe its Easter next week the year is just flying past have a good day now let me choose some Easter eggs!
 #easter #sunday #afternoon

Afternoon Thanks to Paul Dolbear 1st time promoted gig in Western Supermere great night its nice to see some new people now promoting gigs its a gamble & hard work but it will pay off if you work hard. Can’t believe its Easter next week the year is just flying past have a good day now let me choose some Easter eggs!
#easter #sunday #afternoon
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Afternoon back on UK tour & in Wigan last night great night & thanks to those who came along. For this year we have a new script I am blessed to have such a long & interesting life story so we are exploring different events in my life. Few weeks ago we offered some mini belt we ran out of stock in hours so we have new stock but don’t hang around beats an Easter egg for your loved one he he have a good day https://frankbruno.co.uk/product/wbc-mini-belt-s/……

#afternoon #weekend #wigan #belt #memorbilia

Afternoon back on UK tour & in Wigan last night great night & thanks to those who came along. For this year we have a new script I am blessed to have such a long & interesting life story so we are exploring different events in my life. Few weeks ago we offered some mini belt we ran out of stock in hours so we have new stock but don’t hang around beats an Easter egg for your loved one he he have a good day https://frankbruno.co.uk/product/wbc-mini-belt-s/……

#afternoon #weekend #wigan #belt #memorbilia
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Afternoon I am delighted to announce a Reggae fundraiser in Birmingham 19th May for Frank Bruno foundation I will be there. There is Ltd VIP tickets available or normal admission fancy it? Be quick to get your tickets
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-franktastic-reggae-sunday-tickets-851590679647
 
 #reggae #birmingham #afternoon #evening

Afternoon I am delighted to announce a Reggae fundraiser in Birmingham 19th May for Frank Bruno foundation I will be there. There is Ltd VIP tickets available or normal admission fancy it? Be quick to get your tickets
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-franktastic-reggae-sunday-tickets-851590679647

#reggae #birmingham #afternoon #evening
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Morning its 2 years today since we said goodbye to my Pal Barrington “Bas” he was a good friend its an anniversary I will always remember as I was wishing my agent Dave a happy birthday then the news came through sadly missed #rip #morning #barrington

Morning its 2 years today since we said goodbye to my Pal Barrington “Bas” he was a good friend its an anniversary I will always remember as I was wishing my agent Dave a happy birthday then the news came through sadly missed #rip #morning #barrington ...

I have been asked to create awareness for this poor family the story is very sad and if I can help create awareness its the least I can do spend a minute and read if you can help I thank you obo of the family and friends of Rick
https://www.gofundme.com/f/ricks-army-cancer-will-not-win?utm_medium=email&utm_source=product&utm_campaign=p_email%2B2300-co-team-welcome

I have been asked to create awareness for this poor family the story is very sad and if I can help create awareness its the least I can do spend a minute and read if you can help I thank you obo of the family and friends of Rick
https://www.gofundme.com/f/ricks-army-cancer-will-not-win?utm_medium=email&utm_source=product&utm_campaign=p_email%2B2300-co-team-welcome
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Afternoon I am delighted to announce I am at last going to Northern Ireland loads of people have been asking so look forward to seeing you there. A teaser for tomorrow a Franktastic reggae show in the midlands being announced Limited VIP tickets watch your social media tomorrow!!
 #belfast #afternoon #northernireland

Afternoon I am delighted to announce I am at last going to Northern Ireland loads of people have been asking so look forward to seeing you there. A teaser for tomorrow a Franktastic reggae show in the midlands being announced Limited VIP tickets watch your social media tomorrow!!
#belfast #afternoon #northernireland
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Afternoon so went to the pictures and saw Bob Marley my agent had said he was disappointed & I have to say I was to. On the news this morning about the new James Bond for me Sean Connery was the one although Roger Moore ran a 2nd for me
 #bond #007 #afternoon

Afternoon so went to the pictures and saw Bob Marley my agent had said he was disappointed & I have to say I was to. On the news this morning about the new James Bond for me Sean Connery was the one although Roger Moore ran a 2nd for me
#bond #007 #afternoon
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Morning so its a very happy St Patricks day to my Irish followers and friends I am not really a drinker but I do like a Guinness now and again. Well done in the Rugby. Good win for @joejoyceboxing The heavy weight scene is looking interesting again. I fancy a walk today but need it to stop raining!! Have a good day I think Roast Dinner is the order of the day with a Guinness of course cheers and Good health to you all.  #irish #guinness #goodmorning

Morning so its a very happy St Patricks day to my Irish followers and friends I am not really a drinker but I do like a Guinness now and again. Well done in the Rugby. Good win for @joejoyceboxing The heavy weight scene is looking interesting again. I fancy a walk today but need it to stop raining!! Have a good day I think Roast Dinner is the order of the day with a Guinness of course cheers and Good health to you all. #irish #guinness #goodmorning ...

Morning it was back to Essex last night to my fav restaurant & bar the Drunken Dragon in Bicknacre a fundraiser for my charity Big Big thanks to MattPhilips who gave up his time for an excellent performance of Luther & soul legends. So what are you doing today? Lots of sport on TV sounds like a lazy day have a good one #soul #saturday #morning ning

Morning it was back to Essex last night to my fav restaurant & bar the Drunken Dragon in Bicknacre a fundraiser for my charity Big Big thanks to MattPhilips who gave up his time for an excellent performance of Luther & soul legends. So what are you doing today? Lots of sport on TV sounds like a lazy day have a good one #soul #saturday #morning ning ...

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