Robbie Williams ‘vows to help’ Ant McPartlin amid rehab stay: ‘He’s battled same demons’
ROBBIE WILLIAMS has told Ant McPartlin that he is there for him amid his battle with drugs and alcohol, according to reports.
Robbie Williams is said to have reached out to Ant McPartlin
The hitmaker is said to have reached out to the troubled presenter, after it was revealed he was to spend two months in rehab.
According to The Sun, the 43-year-old feels like he can offer advice to Ant, 41, as well as his TV partner Declan Donnelly.
A source commented: “Robbie has battled the same demons as Ant and come out the other side, so he knows he must be going through hell.”
They continued: “He felt he could offer advice. He has been where Ant is himself, and wanted to help.
Ant McPartlin revealed he was checking into rehab last week
Robbie Williams has been open about his own struggles in the past
Robbie made it clear that if he wants to talk to him
“Robbie has sent Ant a few messages directly. He made it clear that if he wants to talk to him.”
The newspaper also reported that Robbie has spoken to Dec, also 41, about what to expect after Ant opened up about his troubles last week.
The insider added: “He has had conversations with Dec about the most helpful points of the treatment and what he found most difficult.
Robbie Williams has also given Dec advice on the situation
Twerking Ant McPartlin makes a MESS on national TV
Robbie Williams pictured back in 2007
“And he has given a lot of advice about how to support his friend as much as possible.”
Robbie spent time in rehab back in 2007 and once said his issues left him “24 hours from death” due to drugs.
Express.co.uk has contacted a representative for Robbie Williams asking for comment.