Ruth Langsford Discusses Family Tragedy With Tearful Reflection: ‘I’ll Never Know Why’
Ruth Langsford has spoken about the impact of her sister Julia’s death in 2019. Julia died by suicide at the age of 62. Ruth addressed the loss in her book Feeling Fabulous and on Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place podcast.
Podcast conversation
On the podcast, Fearne Cotton described Ruth’s portrayal of her sister as moving and beautiful. Cotton asked Ruth how she had coped with such a family tragedy.
Her account was a tearful reflection on loss and memory. She said, “I’ll never know why,” and added that suicide leaves survivors with constant questions.
Coping and recovery
Ruth described feeling the “if only” regrets many survivors feel. She said she came to accept that nothing she could have done would have prevented the death.
A key motivation in her recovery was the belief Julia would not have wanted her to live in constant sorrow. She took time off work and allowed herself to grieve. Eventually she returned to work and said it was her saviour.
Support resources
Ruth also highlighted the importance of seeking help. Filmogaz.com reminds readers that support is available.
- Samaritans 24-hour helpline: 116 123.
- Email: [email protected].
- Visit a Samaritans branch or the Samaritans website for more information.
