Sinead O'Connor 'in hospital' after sparking concern with alarming video
SINEAD O'CONNOR is in hospital and receiving care after she sparked concern for her welfare in a heartbreaking video shared on her Facebook page earlier this week, it has been reported.
Sinead O'Connor 'in hospital' after sparking concern with alarming video
Sinead O’Connor releases emotional video
The 50-year-old posted a 12-minute clip on the social media site, which saw her break down and reveal to fans that she was suicidal.
She also revealed that she was living alone in a $70-a-night Travelodge in New Jersey.
According to the Daily Mail, the singer who shot to fame with single Nothing Compares 2 U, is now in hospital in the same US state.
It comes after a friend posted on Sinead's Facebook page to reassure fans that she was surrounded by "love".
Sinead O'Connor 'in hospital' after sparking concern with alarming video
Sinead broke down in the video which was posted on her Facebook page
"Hi everybody, I am posting at Sinead's request, to let everyone who loves her know she is safe, and she is not suicidal," it read.
"She is surrounded by love and receiving the best of care. She asked for this to be posted knowing you are concerned for her.
"I won't respond to any questions, so please understand. I hope this comforts those of you who were concerned."
Yesterday on Loose Women, Janet Street-Porter became emotional as she spoke about the star's "moving" video.
The singer is now said to be surrounded by love and care
Janet became emotional as she discussed Sinead's video on Loose Women
Revealing that she was close to Sinead around the time her biggest hit was released, she commented: "I can hardly bear that clip.
"It really affects me. She's a fantastic person, so special, and yet she's bipolar and she can't see that…"
For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 116 123 or visit a local Samaritans branch.