Boyband December 10 give update on how Danny is doing after he suddenly pulled out of their tour

DECEMBER 10 today gave an update on how Danny Bretherton is doing, after he pulled out of their tour. Earlier in the summer, The Sun was first to reveal how the young singer, 17, from Chorley wouldn’t be taking part in the European leg of their gigs. Boyband December 10 have given an update on how bandmate Danny is doing Credit: ITV Danny has been on a break from the band and pulled out of their tour Credit: Getty It was revealed in June that the teenager was on a break from the band that Simon Cowell, 66, created on the Netflix show The Next Act. Today Danny’s bandmates – Cruz, Hendrik, Sean, John, Josh and Nicolas – appeared on This Morning to speak about what the group had been up to. Sign up for the TV newsletter Thank you! During the chat, host Craig Doyle, 55, then asked: “We don’t have Danny on the sofa today, Hendrik. How is he?” The boyband star replied: “Yeah, he’s doing good. He’s just taking some time out at the moment for his mental health, but we’ll be glad to have him back when he’s ready to join us.” A sympathetic Craig then said: “It’s hard being thrust into the spotlight.” A source close to the band told The Sun recently: “Danny is taking his mental health and wellbeing seriously, which is why he’s taking a break at this time. Hendrik revealed that Danny was ‘taking time out for his mental health’ Credit: ITV The band was formed on Simon Cowell’s Netflix series. The Next Act Credit: Getty “The band are fully supportive of this, and for now they’re focused on delivering the best shows possible for their fans on their first European tour.” A statement from the December 10 read: “Danny’s taking some time out at the moment and we’re all respecting that. Most read in TV “One thing we’ve always spoken about as a band is the importance of looking after your mental health and getting support when you need it. “Right now, that’s what Danny is focusing on. He’s our friend and we care about him, so we’re supporting him and giving him the space and privacy he needs.” It came after allegations of inappropriate comments had been circulating on social media. Danny shared a statement on TikTok to address the speculation, after fans had noticed he was missing from promo pictures. He said: “Looking back at some of my actions, I understand why this has caused upset – and hurt and for that, I am truly sorry. “I didn’t think enough about how my behaviour might affect other people.” Help for mental health If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support. The following are free to contact and confidential: Samaritans, www.samaritans.org, 116 123 CALM (the leading movement against suicide in men) www.thecalmzone.net, 0800 585 858 Papyrus (prevention of young suicide) www.papyrus-uk.org, 0800 068 41 41 Shout (for support of all mental health) www.giveusashout.org/get-help/, text 85258 to start a conversation Mind, www.mind.org, provide information about types of mental health problems and where to get help for them. Call the infoline on 0300 123 3393 (UK landline calls are charged at local rates, and charges from mobile phones will vary). YoungMinds run a free, confidential parents helpline on 0808 802 5544 for parents or carers worried about how a child or young person is feeling or behaving. The website has a chat option too. Rethink Mental Illness, www.rethink.org, gives advice and information service offers practical advice on a wide range of topics such as The Mental Health Act, social care, welfare benefits, and carers rights. Use its website or call 0300 5000 927 (calls are charged at your local rate). Heads Together, www.headstogether.org.uk, is the a mental health initiative spearheaded by The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales.