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Loose Women star Charlene White says 'amazing' dad has taken his own life

Charlene White revealed her father Denniston died by suicide after battling a hidden mental health struggle described as a 'dark cloud' he couldn’t lift.

  • On Friday, Loose Women presenter Charlene White announced on Instagram that her father Denniston died by suicide two weeks ago, sharing a photograph of him.
  • White said her father had been living with a persistent, hidden mental‑health struggle she described as a dark cloud, and the family said Denniston kept his inner turmoil private, which White called very typical of him.
  • On Sunday, the family held a traditional Jamaican nine night attended by hundreds to celebrate and release grief, with White praising Denniston as an amazing dad, stepdad and surrogate parent to many.
  • Friends and colleagues publicly offered condolences, with Fred Sirieix writing `I am so sorry. All the love`, and White urged anyone struggling to contact Samaritans on 116 123 and other helplines.
  • White urged followers to embrace their parents and regularly express love, saying the family are still finding their way, taking grief step by step as they lean on each other.
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The Sun broke the news in United Kingdom on Friday, October 10, 2025.
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