US EditionPrince of Wales says we need more ‘male role models’ to talk about mental health
Prince William called for more male role models to openly discuss men's mental health and suicide prevention, highlighting a 56% rise in mental health service use in England, officials said.
- On February 18, 2026, Prince William, Prince of Wales made a surprise appearance on BBC Radio 1's Life Hacks, joining an hour-long panel on men's mental health with Greg James, Professor Green, Guvna B, Allan Brownrigg, and Nathan, young carer.
- Last year, the Royal Foundation launched the National Suicide Prevention Network, contributing 4.1 million to unite 20 organisations chaired by Professor Ann John.
- Quoting his message directly, William said `I take a long time trying to understand my emotions and why I feel like I do and I feel like that's a really important process to do every now and again` and emphasized `We need more male role models out there talking about it and normalising it`.
- As a result, broadcasters and palace signposted support via BBC Action Line, with Greg James saying he hopes the conversation will `enlighten and comfort people` and the prince urging people to take mental health seriously.
- Taken together, the figures have prompted calls as 4.1 million people, including 1.2 million children and young people, accessed mental-health services in England in 2024/25, with experts urging action on a `silent mental health pandemic`.
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