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X Factor star reveals son's devastating health struggle: 'As parents we were in denial'
X Factor winner Sam Bailey has shared an update on the family's struggle to get their son Tommy, 14, the right help and support following his autism diagnosis
Sam has been fighting for her family since their son Tommy received an autism diagnosis (Image: OK!/Sam Riley) Read MoreRelated Articles Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood gives sweet update on 'dreamboat' baby Speaking to GB News, Sam said Tommy ended up staying out school for around 18 months, and also heartbreakingly admitted he had even threatened to take his own life as he struggled to cope. Sam's performances on X Factor won her an army of loyal fansSam said she was turned away by the GP, and advised to go to the National Autistic Society, the UK's biggest charity helping families and individuals with autism diagnoses.
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