35-stone Too Fat To Work star says NHS has “let him down” by refusing weight-loss op
Stephen Beer, 46, appeared on This Morning, where he broke down in tears claiming the health service hasn't done enough to help him
Tipping the scales at 35-stone, Stephen Beer's health is in dire straits.
The 46-year-old is at increased risk of a host of chronic diseases, including heart disease, and various forms of cancer.
He has already suffered three strokes.
But the Too Fat To Work star claims the NHS has "let him down", refusing him weight-loss surgery.
Appearing on This Morning today, the star of the benefits show broke down in tears, refusing accusations that he is "lazy".
He told presenters Phil Scofield and Holly Willoughby that his attending bootcamp is testament to the fact he is not lazy.
Instead, he claims the NHS has failed to provide him with the psychological support he claims he needs to lose the weight.
When asked if he felt like he was watching himself slowly die, Stephen broke down.
He told viewers he had already suffered three strokes.
"The trouble is when I look into the mirror, I slowly see myself going," he said.