Frank Skinner breaks down in tears on live radio as he reveals friend Gareth Richards is fighting for his life after crash
Frank Skinner broke down in tears live on his radio show as he told listeners that his former co-host Gareth Richards is fighting for his life after a crash.
The comedian struggled for words as he revealed that his friend was in a "very big road accident" this week and was fighting for his life.
Mr Richards is believed to have been involved in a serious collision on the M25 near Heathrow Airport on 27 March.
The crash between a lorry and two cars happened on the motorway between Junctions 14 and 15, Surrey Live reported.
A man was cut free from his vehicle by firefighters before being treated by the London Ambulance Service for head and chest injuries. The Met Police previously said he was in a "life-threatening" condition.
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During the closing moments of his show on Absolute Radio on Saturday, Mr Skinner recalled how Mr Richards had co-hosted with him and Emily Dean when the show first started out.
Breaking down in tears, he continued: "And Gareth was in a very big road accident this week and... it's not looking great for Gareth.
"He's in hospital and he's fighting but it's not looking great and I didn't want to do this show - we didn't want to do this show without mentioning him…"
He added: "He's a fantastic bloke and I dunno if any of you do pray, if you do give one for Gareth this week."
