Embracing Reality: A Journey Through TV and Transformation

The speaker shares their surprising path to reality television via 'I'm a Celebrity,' detailing initial fears and a transformative experience that reshaped their public persona. The chapter also weaves in cultural reflections from a recent U.S. airport visit, linking personal growth to broader observations on life and change.

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In this episode of We Need To Talk, Ashley Roberts shares the real story behind The Pussycat Dolls, revealing the emotional and physical toll of being in one of the world’s biggest girl groups.

She opens up about the intense pressure of the music industry, her ongoing battle with anxiety, and the personal breaking point that made her walk away from dance.

For the first time, Ashley reflects on the gruelling schedules, behind-the-scenes struggles, and the moment she knew she had to put her wellbeing first.

She reveals:

◽️ The real reason The Pussycat Dolls broke up

◽️ How anxiety and addiction crept in behind the scenes

◽️ The moment she knew she couldn’t keep performing

◽️ Why Strictly Come Dancing was a tribute to her dad

◽️ How moving to the UK helped her rebuild her identity

◽️ Why breathwork became a daily lifeline

◽️ How she navigated the stigma around her age-gap & why she’s never been happier

Ashley Roberts, We Need To Talk.

This episode touches on suicide so please watch with care. We’ve included links to support charities below:

Samaritans: https://g2ul0.app.link/1CRhatR7mPb

CALM: https://g2ul0.app.link/YvmzhM17mPb