Gareth has shown incredible courage after revealing on Sunday that he has HIV September 15, 2019 - 13:14 BST Hanna Fillingham The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have praised Gareth Thomas for his courage and bravery after the former Wales rugby captain revealed on Sunday that he is living with HIV. Taking to their official Kensington Palace Instagram account, the royal couple shared a video of Gareth opening up about his diagnosis, alongside a personal message from William.
The 45-year-old sports star had spoken for the first time about his diagnosis on Sunday in an interview with The Mirror. He admitted that after finding out he had HIV, he wanted to take his own life. Now, Gareth is hoping to break the stigma around the condition, and is due to talk about his diagnosis in a BBC Wales documentary which will air on Wednesday. Gareth also took part in a 140-mile Ironman triathlon on Sunday shortly after speaking out about his diagnosis. He completed the 2.
Along with Prince William and Kate, many other public figures have shown their support for Gareth. Newsreader Huw Edwards shared Gareth's video and wrote: "This takes exceptional courage," while Shane Williams – who is also taking part in the Ironman triathlon - wrote: "One of the bravest people I know! Love ya pal and see you on the beach! Let's smash this."
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