Graham Thorpe, a former England cricketer, took his own life after a long battle with severe depression and anxiety, his wife Amanda and daughter Kitty revealed.
Thorpe had a successful playing career, scoring 16 Test centuries and featuring in 82 ODI matches for England, before transitioning into coaching roles with various teams, including serving as England's batting coach and assistant coach. He was known for his dancing and humility. His family described him as someone who would "get up and dance anywhere."
Thorpe's wife, Amanda, revealed that he had been struggling with mental health issues and had taken his own life, despite love and support from his family. The family is considering starting a foundation in his name to raise awareness about mental illness.
Thorpe attempted suicide in May 2022, and was hospitalized in intensive care. Despite treatment and support, his mental health did not improve.
His daughter Kitty emphasized the importance of discussing mental health issues and the family's desire to raise awareness about the impact of mental illness, even on those who appear mentally strong.
A ceremony was held in Farnham to honor Thorpe's memory. Tributes highlighted his talent, character, and impact on the sport.
Sources: AP News, The Guardian, 7 News, Firstpost, Sky News, BBC, The Washington Times, The Independent, The Sun, Yahoo, ETV Bharat, Times of India, India TV News, The Indian Express, The Scottish Sun, ExBulletin.
This article was written in collaboration with Generative AI news company Alchemiq.
