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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
Morning its Weds already half way through the week where does time go when I was younger the older people always said ! As you get older the years pass really quickly” never a truer word but I don’t want the weeks and months to pass as quick as they are! #wednesday #morning #days #year
Morning its Weds already half way through the week where does time go when I was younger the older people always said ! As you get older the years pass really quickly” never a truer word but I don’t want the weeks and months to pass as quick as they are! #wednesday #morning #days #year
Morning okay if you won any money on the National after my tip please give a couple of pounds to Frank Bruno Foundation talking of the foundation I am delighted to announce our special guest is Bitty Mclean now those fans of Reggae will know him but here is a reminder
music.youtube.com/watch?v=GWqbR_Y_LW4&list=RDAOqEXxURQ78LJ-bp1p9I9ERg
For tickets including a handful of VIP ones left
eventbrite.co.uk/.../a-franktastic-reggae-sunday...……. #sunday #reggae #music #bittymclean
Morning okay if you won any money on the National after my tip please give a couple of pounds to Frank Bruno Foundation talking of the foundation I am delighted to announce our special guest is Bitty Mclean now those fans of Reggae will know him but here is a reminder
music.youtube.com/watch?v=GWqbR_Y_LW4&list=RDAOqEXxURQ78LJ-bp1p9I9ERg
For tickets including a handful of VIP ones left
eventbrite.co.uk/.../a-franktastic-reggae-sunday...……. #sunday #reggae #music #bittymclean
Morning okay if you won any money on the National after my tip please give a couple of pounds to Frank Bruno Foundation talking of the foundation I am delighted to announce our special guest is Bitty Mclean now those fans of Reggae will know him but here is a reminder
music.youtube.com/watch?v=GWqbR_Y_LW4&list=RDAOqEXxURQ78LJ-bp1p9I9ERg
For tickets including a handful of VIP ones left
eventbrite.co.uk/.../a-franktastic-reggae-sunday...……
Morning okay if you won any money on the National after my tip please give a couple of pounds to Frank Bruno Foundation talking of the foundation I am delighted to announce our special guest is Bitty Mclean now those fans of Reggae will know him but here is a reminder
music.youtube.com/watch?v=GWqbR_Y_LW4&list=RDAOqEXxURQ78LJ-bp1p9I9ERg
For tickets including a handful of VIP ones left
eventbrite.co.uk/.../a-franktastic-reggae-sunday...……
Morning watched a bit of the boxing last night a name to look at Charlie Edwards he dances like Muhammad Ali & John Travolta watch the re run of his fight. Now I don’t bet but every year I look at the runners in the Grand National and look at 2 horses that if I gambled I would put 50p on each way. I have saved £1000’s pounds not gambling!! I just remember the pain I went into trying to earn my money. Hope all horses get through safely so I am going for I Am Maximus & Mr Incredible but DO NOT listen to me I only likes the names!! Have a good day sunbathing anyone? #horses #grandnational #morning #weekend
Morning watched a bit of the boxing last night a name to look at Charlie Edwards he dances like Muhammad Ali & John Travolta watch the re run of his fight. Now I don’t bet but every year I look at the runners in the Grand National and look at 2 horses that if I gambled I would put 50p on each way. I have saved £1000’s pounds not gambling!! I just remember the pain I went into trying to earn my money. Hope all horses get through safely so I am going for I Am Maximus & Mr Incredible but DO NOT listen to me I only likes the names!! Have a good day sunbathing anyone? #horses #grandnational #morning #weekend
Morning great night in Solihull big disappointment with West Ham watched when I got home their defence was better than a barrister then sadly well you know the story. I caught the series “My Town” loved the music in fact playing a bit of it now I think they need to do a similar version of other cities around the UK? I’ll be in the South London one please! Have a good day #friday #westham #morning
Morning great night in Solihull big disappointment with West Ham watched when I got home their defence was better than a barrister then sadly well you know the story. I caught the series “My Town” loved the music in fact playing a bit of it now I think they need to do a similar version of other cities around the UK? I’ll be in the South London one please! Have a good day #friday #westham #morning
Morning its a new week write down 5 positive things you want to achieve this week then start to work on no 1 #monday #work #listing
Morning its a new week write down 5 positive things you want to achieve this week then start to work on no 1 #monday #work #listing
Morning watching a bit of Stable on BBC great insight to what goes on behind the scenes at the McGuigans Boxing gym I have known Barry for many years worth a look! Weather here is still good might try a slow walk. My brain is still saying your 21 but the body is creaking! Have a good day #bbc #morning #boxinggym #sunday
Morning watching a bit of Stable on BBC great insight to what goes on behind the scenes at the McGuigans Boxing gym I have known Barry for many years worth a look! Weather here is still good might try a slow walk. My brain is still saying your 21 but the body is creaking! Have a good day #bbc #morning #boxinggym #sunday
Afternoon its warm is time to spend time in the garden get some air in the lungs this pic before shoulder operation!! At the moment I can pick up some weeds! #garden #gardening #afternoon
Afternoon its warm is time to spend time in the garden get some air in the lungs this pic before shoulder operation!! At the moment I can pick up some weeds! #garden #gardening #afternoon
Afternoon been Podcasting today The Bruno broadcasting company BBC for short I wonder if it will catch on? So this is my new friend I cannot wait to give him a few right and left hands just need this shoulder to behave and we are there. Have a good evening #podcast #evening #punch
Afternoon been Podcasting today The Bruno broadcasting company BBC for short I wonder if it will catch on? So this is my new friend I cannot wait to give him a few right and left hands just need this shoulder to behave and we are there. Have a good evening #podcast #evening #punch
Morning did you get caught out with April fool pranks? My agent was caught out when told a 7ft statue of me had been delivered to his son’s restaurant and could he come and remove it he drove there and was caught out!! I decided against my announcement of a fight as I think we have overcooked that one! So to diet this week too much Chocolate and Easter eggs!! Have a good day #april #morning #chocolate
Morning did you get caught out with April fool pranks? My agent was caught out when told a 7ft statue of me had been delivered to his son’s restaurant and could he come and remove it he drove there and was caught out!! I decided against my announcement of a fight as I think we have overcooked that one! So to diet this week too much Chocolate and Easter eggs!! Have a good day #april #morning #chocolate
Morning I love long bankholiday weekend don’t feel so guilty about spending another 30 mins in bed zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. #sleep #bankholidayweekend #morning
Morning I love long bankholiday weekend don’t feel so guilty about spending another 30 mins in bed zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. #sleep #bankholidayweekend #morning
Morning Happy Easter not so for West Ham Fans! Have a quality day not too much chocolate! What are you up to? Don’t forget my midlands friends the Reggae spectacular may 19th eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-franktastic-reggae-sunday-tickets-851590679647……
#sunday #morning #easter
Morning Happy Easter not so for West Ham Fans! Have a quality day not too much chocolate! What are you up to? Don’t forget my midlands friends the Reggae spectacular may 19th eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-franktastic-reggae-sunday-tickets-851590679647……
#sunday #morning #easter
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