Famous TV star discusses his 'agonizing' illness that is 'not well known' by most.

Adam Thomas, a well-known TV legend, recently appeared on the show Lorraine to discuss his autoimmune disease and his iconic TV appearance where he suffered a great deal of pain. The 36-year-old actor, popular for his role in Waterloo Road, was excited to talk about his upcoming storylines on the beloved soap.

During the interview, Adam and Lorraine also discussed Strictly Come Dancing, with Adam sharing that his former dance partner Luba Mushtuk is now dancing with Nick Knowles. Reflecting on his experience on the dance show, Adam said, "It was the scariest time, Lorraine, don't get me wrong! But it was unbelievable to get out there and dance in front of millions and just to learn something new."

When asked if his rheumatoid arthritis hindered his performance on the show, Adam replied, "Yeah, it was tough. It was demanding because I was on my feet, doing twists and twirls, and it was painful, to say the least. But you know what, credit to myself that I got through it." Despite the pain, Adam was determined to make the most of his appearance and is now using his platform to raise awareness about the disease.

He went on to explain, "It's all about stepping outside your comfort zone and doing something you've never done before, and I wanted to do it - in pain or not." Adam also emphasized the importance of talking about rheumatoid arthritis, saying, "There are not many people talking about it, and I always thought it's something that people get later on in life, but anyone can get it, no matter what age you are. And I just want to help and try to use my platform to talk about it more and try to help people."

For those who may not know, rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints, usually affecting the hands, feet, and wrists. It is an autoimmune disease, meaning that the immune system mistakenly attacks the cells in the joints, causing inflammation and pain. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for this condition.

In 2023, Adam made a return to Waterloo Road, reprising his role as Dante. During the interview, he expressed his happiness about being back on set, especially since he started on the show when he was only 17 years old. He even had the opportunity to work with some of his family members, saying, "My niece plays my daughter and my son plays my son. Those opportunities don't come often, so I'm embracing all of it."

Lorraine also asked if there was a possibility of Adam returning to Emmerdale, to which he replied, "Never say never, Lorraine! It was a huge part of my life - I was there for 8 or 9 years. It's the best job in the world to learn from."

In the end, Adam encouraged anyone with a celebrity story to reach out to the entertainment team at The Agency, whether it's through email, phone, or their Submit Stuff page. He added, "We'd love to hear from you." It's clear that Adam is not only a talented actor but also a kind and compassionate person who wants to use his platform to make a positive impact.

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