Overview
- In newly reported remarks to The Times, the Spandau Ballet musician said he stopped relatives from visiting because their presence frightened him.
- Doctors found two benign brain tumours in 1995, leading to surgery and a years-long recovery he described as feeling like a car crash.
- The diagnosis halted his acting pursuit in Los Angeles and prompted a return to the UK.
- He resumed acting in 1998 with The Bill before taking on EastEnders role Steve Owen, later saying the BBC soap saved his life as he collected major awards in 2000.
- He says the brain injury left him with severe dyslexia and navigation difficulties, which he discussed on his podcast while noting heavy reliance on map apps.