X Factor's Jahmene Douglas breaks his silence after suicidal thoughts
Jahmene has updated his fans
Last updated 8th Mar 2017
X Factor star Jahmene Douglas has broken his silence on social media after previously worrying fans with a suicidal post.
The 26-year-old shared an emotional message with fans last week where he admitted 'my mind is plagued with suicidal thoughts'. In the harrowing note, Jahmene also revealed he felt 'broken, lost and worthless' and told fans 'all I am ever left with is the desire to die'.
Jahmene's friend and fellow X Factor contestant James Arthur publicly showed his support for the singer when he tweeted, 'Brother I'm here for you. Answer your phone. I know what you're going through. Pick up. ❤️'
Jahmene Douglas and James Arthur © Getty Images
After five days of silence following his note, Jahmene has finally updated his fans with a heartfelt apology.
He said, 'Thank you all for your overwhelming support, love and prayers. I apologise for any worry I have caused. I felt as though I was being backed into a corner and panicked with whatever hijacked my head was going to succeed in its mission. (sic)
He added, 'It wasn't intended as a goodbye, but simply me slipping a note under the prison door to see if anybody knew of an escape (sic).
Read the rest of his note below:
Fans were quick to show their support for the star and reminded him he isn't 'alone'.
Just a few hours after sharing the message, Jahmene shared a video of his single 'You Pull Me Through' captioning it with 'My purpose'.
In March last year Jahmene appeared on Loose Women alongside his mum to talk about domestic abuse.
On the show he admitted he has struggled with suicidal thoughts in the past due to his being abused by his father.
He said, "I am struggling daily. Suicide is a thing that you struggle with daily and I'm trying to be honest with that journey."
Watch the full interview below:
Jahmene shot to fame when he finished second behind James Arthur on The X Factor back in 2012.
The singer was a firm favourite to win the show after impressing the judges and TV audiences with his incredible rendition of Etta James' 'At Last' in his first audition.
Check it out below: