Jeremy Kyle, a TV presenter, has rejected allegations of humiliating a former guest on his show who passed away following a combined morphine overdose and a heart condition. Steve Dymond had taken part in the show to prove he had not been unfaithful to his partner and had been found dead at his home in Portsmouth a week later. The guest had a history of suicide attempts. The TV presenter admitted to attempting to de-escalate the situation with Dymond’s partner who believed he was cheating on her.
A clip had been shown at the inquest where Mr Kyle had been seen telling the guest he had failed every question on a lie detector test. The audience watching the show had been shocked by the results. Dymond’s partner had cried hysterically and left the studio.
Jeremy Kyle has stated that he had called Dymond “mate” and “pal” and attempted to calm things backstage. He added that the show insisted on a doctor agreeing to let Mr Dymond come on, and the programme provided aftercare services. It was revealed in court that Dymond had a history of low mood and depression but his mood had improved since he got back together with his partner.
Dr Amjad Rehman, Dymond’s GP, had previously explained to the hearing that Mr Dymond had taken overdoses four times in past years, had been diagnosed with depression and also with a personality disorder. Dymond’s son, Carl Woolley, told the hearing that his father had been “very down” following the platform. The hearing was told that the doctor had provided an open letter at Mr Dymond’s request that let him take part in the TV show.
The inquest has been informed that Mr Dymond had been “booed” and “heckled” by the programme’s audience which had been distressing for him. The hearing continues. If affected by the outcome of the show, support and advice is available via the BBC Action Line
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