Rylan reveals he ‘wasn’t’ good, but insists he is now after BBC return amid marriage split

Rylan has addressed recent speculation (Picture: Getty Images)

Rylan has insisted he’s doing good, amid speculation he was offered an extended period off air from his BBC job.

The star, who recently split with husband Dan, returned to his Radio 2 slot recently, however it was reported he worried colleagues after crying off air, with the team ‘stepping in to cue music to give him a moment to compose himself’.

Rylan returned to the mic last month after he took time out to focus on his mental health in June when it was revealed that he and Dan had separated after six years of marriage.

Rest assured the beloved presenter is doing better now, as he took to social media to address the earlier claims.

He wrote of the news stories: ‘Be assured I’m good.

‘I wasn’t. But I am now x.’

The presenter’s fans chimed in with their support, with one replying: ‘We’ve all been there. You can feel totally ok and then out of nowhere come all the feelings that floor you again just when you least expect it. Take time when you need to.’

Another had some words of encouragement, writing: ‘Stay well man. Tomorrow is a new day! Go chill with that lovely Mumma of yours, she’ll sort you right out.’

A source had previously told The Sun: ‘Rylan’s one of the BBC’s favourite stars,’ an insider said. ‘When he returned to work everyone supported him but when he broke down people were concerned he’d come back too fast.

‘One of the BBC’s top brass was at the meeting. They even suggested he take a year’s break to focus on himself. Ultimately, they want Rylan to feel supported and happy.’

The source added to the publication: ‘Following some time away from his show, we’re delighted Rylan is back on air.’

The famous face has hosted his BBC Radio 2 show since 2019, taking over from Zoe Ball.

He’s also guest-hosted The One Show a number of times and shares presenting duties of Strictly Come Dancing sister show It Takes Two with Janette Manrara, which airs Monday to Fridays.

Rylan announced in a statement posted in July that he and his husband Dan Neal were splitting after six years of marriage.

‘I just wanted to write a message to thank you all for the love and kindness you have shown us,’ he said.

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‘We are currently prioritising our mental health and looking after the ones around us we love most.

‘I am working towards getting back to the jobs I love in due course. Thank you for being patient with me.’

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