The British TV presenter Phillip Schofield has come out as gay - saying he has been coming to terms with the fact "with the strength and support" of his wife and daughters.
The 57-year-old This Morning and Dancing on Ice host made the announcement in a statement posted on social media.
He has been married to his wife Steph for almost 27 years, and they have two grown-up daughters.
In the statement, Mr Schofield said there have been "many heart-breaking conversations at home".
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However, he said: "My family have held me so close: they have tried to cheer me up, to smother me with kindness and love, despite their own confusion.
"Yet still I can't sleep and there have been some very dark moments.
"Today, quite rightly, being gay is a reason to celebrate and be proud.
"Yes, I am feeling pain and confusion, but that comes only from the hurt that I am causing to my family."
Mr Schofield said that his wife has been "incredible" and his daughters "astonishing in their love, hugs and encouraging words of support".
He added: "This will probably all come as something of a surprise and I understand, but only by facing this, by being honest, can I hope to find peace in my mind and a way forward."
