Former England cricketer Graham Thorpe's wife announces he died by suicide.

Last week, the world received the tragic news of the passing of former England batter, Graham Thorpe. The 55-year-old, who was widely regarded as one of the finest batters in England's history, had reportedly died by suicide after battling depression and anxiety for a long time.

Thorpe, who had a successful career in both international and county cricket, had amassed an impressive record of 6,744 runs and 16 centuries in his 100 Test matches for England. During his 17-year county career, he also scored 21,000 runs. After retiring from the sport in 2005, he joined England's coaching set-up in 2010, working alongside renowned coaches such as Andy Flower, Peter Moores, Trevor Bayliss, and Chris Silverwood.

However, in 2022, just as Thorpe was about to take on the role of head coach for Afghanistan, he fell seriously ill and was hospitalized. His partner, Amanda, revealed that this was a result of a serious suicide attempt by the beloved cricketer. Despite some glimpses of hope, Amanda stated that Thorpe's mental health had deteriorated significantly, ultimately leading to his tragic decision to take his own life.

Speaking to The Times, Amanda bravely shared the struggles that her husband had been facing for the past couple of years. She mentioned that despite being known for his mental strength on the field, Thorpe had been battling major depression and anxiety. The family had tried various treatments, but unfortunately, none seemed to work for Thorpe.

In the days leading up to his death, Thorpe's former colleagues and fans paid tribute to him, acknowledging his talent as one of England's greatest batters. The couple's daughter, Kitty, expressed their decision to openly talk about Thorpe's struggles in hopes of raising awareness about depression and suicide. She emphasized that there is no shame in talking about mental illness and that it is not something to be stigmatized.

Kitty also shared how difficult it was for the family to see their father, who had once loved life and his family, become withdrawn and not the same person due to his illness. However, she takes comfort in the fact that many remember him as the "complete character" he was before his illness took over.

In conclusion, while the news of Thorpe's passing is devastating, his family hopes to use this opportunity to raise awareness about mental health and the importance of seeking help. They believe that sharing their story will help others who may be struggling and honor Thorpe's memory as the exceptional cricketer and person he was.

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