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Osher speaks out about mental health in wake of Chester Bennington’s death

Bachelor host Osher Günsberg has spoken out about mental illness in the wake of Linkin Park front man, Chester Bennington’s suicide.

In a video posted on the Hit 105 Facebook page, the host discussed the need to talk about mental health more, especially in men.

“What happened to him could happen to any of us. It goes to show that mental illness and addiction absolutely do not discriminate,” he said.

Osher has spoken out about the importance of the need to talk about mental health more. Source: Facebook
Osher has spoken out about the importance of the need to talk about mental health more. Source: Facebook
Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington (pictured in February) has taken his own life. Source: Getty
Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington (pictured in February) has taken his own life. Source: Getty

Osher continued: “Mental illness doesn’t care if you’re an absolute rock star with a beautiful family and blessed with so many children and a magnificent life. Great house, great career, fans all over the world, none of that stuff matters when you’re in that moment.”

The 43-year-old went on to say Chester’s death is a “big, big wake up call” for issues relating to mental health.

He highlighted the importance of asking for support to help with mental health issues. Source: Facebook
He highlighted the importance of asking for support to help with mental health issues. Source: Facebook

TMZ published claims on Friday from police sources that the 41-year-old rock star, who has been open about his struggles with drug and alcohol addiction, was found dead in his home by an employee Thursday morning (US time).

The host was adamant that people need to stop brushing off their problems and by facing issues head on it will give a “permanent solution to a temporary problem”.

Chester (performing with Linkin Park in 2001) had been open about his struggles with drug and alcohol abuse. Source: Getty
Chester (performing with Linkin Park in 2001) had been open about his struggles with drug and alcohol abuse. Source: Getty

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Reflecting on his past experience with his mental illness struggles he promised that can get better as long as you seek support to help with your issues.

“Just like you can’t expect to have a six-pack by never visiting the gym, you can’t expect to be healthy by not looking after your head,” Osher said.

If you are concerned about the mental health of yourself or a loved one, seek support and information by calling Lifeline 13 11 14, Mensline 1300 789 978, or Kids Helpline 1800 551 800

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