He told the show that he wanted to hold people without them fearing him due to misconceptions about HIV being so easily passed. Welcome to the Coronation! "We should all be appalled by the way you were forced to speak your truth, it is yours and yours alone to share on your terms and I and millions stand with you.. In a stunning show of solidarity, the Welsh rugby icon and his husband Stephen are ensuring everyone in. Former Wales and British and Irish Lions captain Gareth Thomas has been accused of "deceptively" transmitting HIV to a previous partner, according to High Court legal papers. Gareth Thomas is appearing on This Morning on Tuesday 17 September on ITV1 from 10.30am to discuss his Ironman Wales feat. "Nobody can contract HIV if they use the same fork or the same glass.". These include: But Gareths condition is now under control to the point it is considered 'undetectable' and cannot be passed on. 'We need to break the stigma once and for all. 'He must be so tough mentally and physically to take part today.'. Rugby legend Gareth Thomas broke into tears at the end of a gruelling Ironman race hours after he went public with his HIV diagnosis. Thomas did not say when he was diagnosed, but revealed that he had to tell a number of former sexual partners as a matter of 'duty' so they could get themselves tested too. 'I've always been a huge fan - this won't change anything. "Gareth is a hero in Wales where he is respected for what he achieved on the rugby field and off it and we will support him through this. He made his debut for Wales the following year, representing his country until 2007. Rugby legend Gareth Thomas has completed a 140-mile triathlon just a day after revealing he is living with HIV. In a message from the Kensington Palace Twitter, the future king said: "Courageous as ever legend on the pitch and legend off it. It makes no difference to the measure of the man.'. Ive felt shame and keeping such a big secret has taken its toll. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus which attacks the immune systemthe body's defence against diseases. The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives. After missing two months, he announced he would be retiring from the sport in October that year. "I dont blame people for thinking it, because I did too, but we need to change that by talking about it and educating people.". ': Sir Clive Woodward interviews Eddie Jones ahead of England's World Cup bid. Thomas said of his husband: Stephen is from the Valley and isn't used to media attention or the idea of giving interviews. Thomas, who retired from rugby in 2011, went public with his HIV status on the eve of the opening of the Rugby World Cup, which starts on Friday. 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Welsh rugby star Gareth Thomas hugs husband Stephen as he finishes second-leg of ironman race just hours after revealing secret HIV diagnosis - as Prince William and Kate Middleton praise him for. EVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost - to suicide. It doesn't discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society - from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers. Revealed: The top 10 fastest-growing destinations for UK pensioners retiring overseas. Although Gareth Thomas is the first UK sportsman to bravely reveal his HIV diagnosis, he was not the first worldwide. He was an ITV rugby pundit during the 2011, 2015 and 2019 World Cups. The fullback was the second highest try scorer for Wales, behind Shane Williams and captained for his country, and various club squads. In the documents, he said the defendant caused him "serious physical and psychological injury". However, nowadays it can be fully controlled by drugs which stop it developing into AIDS. Gareth Thomas CBE is a widely celebrated international rugby star, former Welsh Rugby Captain and former British and Irish Lions Captain. "Hes had this condition for quite a while so hes been living with a terrible secret. I'm speaking out because I want to help others and make a difference.'. Wales rugby legend Gareth Thomas comes out as gay He also receives regular counselling and check-ups. RAF Typhoon jets cause massive sonic boom sweeping across central England when they scramble to intercept a Do YOU know your Adam and Eve from your Ruby Murray? Without medication people with HIV can develop AIDS. Last November Thomas was beaten up in Cardiff by a 16-year-old boy in a sickening homophobic attack. Rugby star Gareth Thomas sued after ex-partner gets HIV We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. 'I used to go to the cliffs overlooking the beach near our cottage in St Brides Major and just think about jumping off and ending it all.'. However, the virus will continue to cause progressive damage to a person's immune system. He found out that he was HIV positive after he went for a routine sexual health test at a clinic in Cardiff. With 100 appearances he was the most capped Welsh Rugby Union player ever until 2011 when the accolade was taken by Stephen Jones. Sergeant Gareth Lucas, his father, said Thomas self-taught himself backflips on YouTube Credit: . The allegations, referring to a period between 2013 and 2018, came before Mr Thomas announced in an interview and BBC documentary in 2019 that he was carrying HIV. In court papers, Mr Baum claimed he had a relationship with him between 2013 and 2016 and that he was HIV negative when the relationship began. She told me in a quite matter of fact way I had tested HIV positive. 'I felt like an express train was hitting me at 300mph. The popular television regular and former Wales captain, who took part in the 140-mile triathlon in Tenby, says he wants to end the stigma associated with the condition. Brave Gareth left the track and leaned over a safety barrier to embrace his husband of four-years Stephen, 56. Mr Thomas, 48, was accused by Mr Baum, 59, of 'assault, battery, infliction of intentional harm and negligence'. 'I fully expect him to become a leading light for HIV and Aids charities, that's the sort of bloke he is. I left school at 16 with six GCSEs - and became a self-made millionaire. The couple were married for five years, during which time Jemma suffered three miscarriages. "And having a strong support system and the personal strength and experience of overcoming those emotions got me through it. I felt like an express train was hitting me at 300mph. He added:'Gareth is inspirational, he's changed the lives of so many people. He turned and rejoined the race but you could see tears in Gareths eyes. The 45-year-old was cheered on by the crowds as he managed to finish the mammoth Ironman Wales challenge in 12 hours, 18 minutes and 29 seconds, coming 413th out of 2,039 participants. Gareth Thomas reveals he's living with HIV and says diagnosis - mirror Gareth Thomas addresses moment Prince Harry - Express.co.uk The 45 year old former rugby player announced he was. He spoke about the stigma still surrounding HIV after revealing he has it last September, and he is launching an anti-ignorance campaign. Gareth Thomas on 'petrifying' ordeal before HIV announcement Stephen Adams for The Mail on Sunday
I'm speaking out because I want to help others and make a difference.. "Now even though I've been forced to tell you this, I choose to fight to educate.". The question about TrainwrecksTV net worth is one of the most enigmatic topic around him. Keen to get away from the neighbours? The former Wales captain has had an emotional 24 hours after he revealed to . I've stood on so many cliff edges. The former Lions captain considered 'driving after a cliff' after the diagnosis Credit: Getty Images - Getty. Rugby's Gareth Thomas has shared his grief over a journalist disclosing that he is HIV positive to his parents before he had chance to tell them. HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust said in a statement: 'Gareth Thomas has spoken publicly about living with HIV for the very first time ahead of taking on the Ironman Waleschallenge. Stephen Thomas, who lives with Gareth in Bridgend, is 56 years old and has a daughter, 23-year-old Anna. We need to break the stigma. The former Wales captain said he had made the decision to settle with Ian Baum 'for myown mental health and that of my family' - insisting that the move was 'not an admission of liability or guilt'. He had wanted to keep the information from his parents, Yvonne, 70, and Barry 69, fearing it would 'hurt' them. It doesn't control me.'. Since he came out in 2009, Thomas has worked with numerous charities, including ChildLine, the Terrance Higgins Trust and Stonewall. Since going public with the news on Sunday, he has been praised for his bravery by admirers including Princes William and Harry. I maintain my innocence in all the meritless allegations. He said he was "shocked" to find after conducting a survey that 50% of people said they felt they could contract HIV from a partner if that partner was on effective treatment . Very little is known about Stephen, who Thomas said has lived a life out of the public eye. He tweeted today: 'I'm making this announcement first before the tabloids take my truth. The year after he came out he was voted the most influential gay person in the UK and has since worked with multiple LGBT charities among others.