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Queer Eye's Karamo reveals he tried to take his own life

The Netflix star gets deeply personal in a new video. - by Natasha P
  • 31 Aug 2018

Queer Eye's Karamo Brown has opened up to his fans, revealing the sad news that he tried to commit suicide 12 years ago.

In a new video posted on Instagram, the Netflix star touches on his mental health struggles and shared the news to his followers that he attempted suicide in 2006.

"Hey friends, so I decided to do a quick little video about the fact that I shared that today in 2006, I did attempt to commit suicide," he explained.

"You know, I was in very dark place. I just felt like life could not get any better. Everything that was happening to me was never going to change and I tried to take my own life."

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#HeyFriends... I'm so overwhelmed and inspired by everyone's kind words that I had to do a video. As a mental health professional I believe We all need to make our Mental Health a priority. Wether you're sad, depressed or suicidal like I was... you can make it through. There is a better day around the corner with support. Big thank you to @rayauxais & @treatomic I love you both more thank you'll ever know. If you need help call 1-866-488-7386 @trevorproject

He continued, "And if it wasn't for my best friends Raymond and Tre calling the ambulance and getting me off the couch, I probably would not be here today."

After sharing the video, Karamo's fans have flooded the comments with messages of support.

His Queer Eye co-star Joanthan Van Ness also joined in.

"Vulnerability shows such strength & helps to remove the stigma around mental illness. Thanks bae," he wrote. "If anyone ever needs someone to talk to @TrevorProject is always there."

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