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“60 Years a Fighter” Available to order now.
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
Afternoon so West Ham need a win today COYI Nice day to turn off the screens and have a family walk 2 hours quality time it WILL be worth it. Roast Dinner? I should say so loads of gravy Roast potatoes I could eat it now!! Have a great day #sunday #roast #family
Afternoon so West Ham need a win today COYI Nice day to turn off the screens and have a family walk 2 hours quality time it WILL be worth it. Roast Dinner? I should say so loads of gravy Roast potatoes I could eat it now!! Have a great day #sunday #roast #family
Morning the sun is shining what on the agenda for you today? Me Chillin with a capital C. My office tell me they have 5 of these now in Stock an actual piece of ring canvas when I won the World championship v Oliver McCall with a glove presentation. UK customers only frankbruno.co.uk/product/frank-bruno-signed-glove-and-actual-piece-of-boxing-ring-canvas-from-wembley-september-1995-2/
#saturday #morning #chillin
Morning the sun is shining what on the agenda for you today? Me Chillin with a capital C. My office tell me they have 5 of these now in Stock an actual piece of ring canvas when I won the World championship v Oliver McCall with a glove presentation. UK customers only frankbruno.co.uk/product/frank-bruno-signed-glove-and-actual-piece-of-boxing-ring-canvas-from-wembley-september-1995-2/
#saturday #morning #chillin
Morning good to be back near my old home in Essex another sold out night at the Dog and Pickle in Onger nice food and great night. So did you vote? No me neither I read loads of blurb from would be Councillors in different area’s I don’t think one mentioned Mental Health help in the area not just where I live but in other area’s just leaves small charities like mine to try and help people in the local area’s. Moving on its a Bank holiday weekend what you got planned? I have done a bit of modelling yes me for 2 new Bruno’s products wait and see -I kept laughing I think in time for Fathers day he he have a good day #friday #morning #essex #dogandpickle
Morning good to be back near my old home in Essex another sold out night at the Dog and Pickle in Onger nice food and great night. So did you vote? No me neither I read loads of blurb from would be Councillors in different area’s I don’t think one mentioned Mental Health help in the area not just where I live but in other area’s just leaves small charities like mine to try and help people in the local area’s. Moving on its a Bank holiday weekend what you got planned? I have done a bit of modelling yes me for 2 new Bruno’s products wait and see -I kept laughing I think in time for Fathers day he he have a good day #friday #morning #essex #dogandpickle
Here’s a little message from Bitty Mclean ahead of our Franktastic Reggae Event on the 19th May.
Looking forward to seeing you all there!
Limited number of tickets available… VIP tickets nearly sold out! Link in bio
Here’s a little message from Bitty Mclean ahead of our Franktastic Reggae Event on the 19th May.
Looking forward to seeing you all there!
Limited number of tickets available… VIP tickets nearly sold out! Link in bio
Evening where has this week gone? I am not into Horse racing particularly but watched a bit of ITV “Its Showtime” 8 men in a bar who buy a prizewinning racehorse there is a nice back story about Men opening up and letting their emotions out worth a view a quick plug for a Sunday afternoon gig in June for my friends in the Preston area Mick Millar funny man and myself see poster #event #evening #preston
Evening where has this week gone? I am not into Horse racing particularly but watched a bit of ITV “Its Showtime” 8 men in a bar who buy a prizewinning racehorse there is a nice back story about Men opening up and letting their emotions out worth a view a quick plug for a Sunday afternoon gig in June for my friends in the Preston area Mick Millar funny man and myself see poster #event #evening #preston
Afternoon its a big thank you to the people of Widness a sell out with a waiting list that’s what I like to hear. So don’t tell me about West Ham going to catch up later COYI Have a good day bit cold isn’t it! My mum used to have winter clothes and summer clothes and May the summer clothes would come out!! Just found this pic #saturday #cold #weather
Afternoon its a big thank you to the people of Widness a sell out with a waiting list that’s what I like to hear. So don’t tell me about West Ham going to catch up later COYI Have a good day bit cold isn’t it! My mum used to have winter clothes and summer clothes and May the summer clothes would come out!! Just found this pic #saturday #cold #weather
Morning NOT Happy BT are trying to charge my charity for services we do not use when we complain we are ignored over a year this has been going on the local branch Herts & Essex Useless with a capital U does anyone have a connection in BT senior management who will actually do something thank you in advance. Customer service from BT the worst!! End of rant! #bt #bad #poorservice #terriblecustomer service
Morning NOT Happy BT are trying to charge my charity for services we do not use when we complain we are ignored over a year this has been going on the local branch Herts & Essex Useless with a capital U does anyone have a connection in BT senior management who will actually do something thank you in advance. Customer service from BT the worst!! End of rant! #bt #bad #poorservice #terriblecustomer service
Morning watching the marathon I have to say a little jealous but my body sadly could no longer do it. The atmosphere is amazing and that last mile is an amazing feeling. Raising money for charities is the biggest thrill. So have a good day West Ham we need a win.
#marathon #sunday #morning e
Morning watching the marathon I have to say a little jealous but my body sadly could no longer do it. The atmosphere is amazing and that last mile is an amazing feeling. Raising money for charities is the biggest thrill. So have a good day West Ham we need a win.
#marathon #sunday #morning e
Afternoon its London Marathon weekend my sporting facilities & opportunities for disabled children charity The President Sporting club have a number of runners so its thanks & all the best to Caitlin, Darren, Ella, Euan, Jason, Jamie, Joseph, Louise, Lucy, Lynn, Lynsey, Mark, Megan, Michael, Ricky, Scott, Steve, Wayne, Will, & William #marathon #london #charity
Afternoon its London Marathon weekend my sporting facilities & opportunities for disabled children charity The President Sporting club have a number of runners so its thanks & all the best to Caitlin, Darren, Ella, Euan, Jason, Jamie, Joseph, Louise, Lucy, Lynn, Lynsey, Mark, Megan, Michael, Ricky, Scott, Steve, Wayne, Will, & William #marathon #london #charity
Afternoon Great night in Liverpool with @StephenMulhern pics hopefully to follow just watched West Ham is it me or did the ref have a bad game? Got to say I did not know the result and it was an exciting game to watch need to get in Europe for next season!! Just cannot get myself going today sluggish need to get fresh air & exercise
#friday #afternoon #stephenmulhern
Afternoon Great night in Liverpool with @StephenMulhern pics hopefully to follow just watched West Ham is it me or did the ref have a bad game? Got to say I did not know the result and it was an exciting game to watch need to get in Europe for next season!! Just cannot get myself going today sluggish need to get fresh air & exercise
#friday #afternoon #stephenmulhern
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...……
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...……
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