Strictly star feels 'guilt' over tragic death of beloved sister as they 'turned to drink'

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Actor Will Mellor has opened up about the enduring impact of his sister's death, 12 years after the tragic loss. As a prominent advocate for mental health, especially among men who often suffer in silence, Will spoke to the Mirror about the loss of his sister and father, conveying his journey through grief.

Sadly, Will's sister Joanne passed away in 2012 at the young age of 44.The successful Broadchurch and Strictly Come Dancing star confessed to feeling "guilty" over her death, haunted by the thought that it might have been preventable if she had not been alone.

Despite seeking justice in court, Will lamented it brought no resolution. Will, when reflecting on coping with the absence of loved ones, especially during festive periods like Christmas, revealed: "It's really tough.

Grief has a way of surprising you, it hides away. I thought that I was okay, I grieved the loss of my sister not too well. I turned to drink and gambling and all the things that I would advise against.