Rob Beckett Discusses Battle with Suicidal Thoughts

Comedian Rob Beckett has bravely opened up about his mental health struggles, revealing that despite his successful career, he has battled suicidal thoughts. In an interview with The Guardian, Beckett shared that he was encouraged by his agent to seek therapy, which helped him confront a low-level anxiety disorder and impostor syndrome. He described his feelings of self-doubt as 'toxic fuel' that, while driving his ambition, ultimately proved unsustainable. Beckett believes that many comedians share similar struggles, stating that 'all comedians are broken' in some way. He also reflected on a particularly dark moment in January 2020, where he felt extremely unhappy despite achieving his career dreams. Beckett continues to check in with a therapist to manage his mental health.