Roman Kemp ‘to front BBC documentary about male suicide and mental health’

Roman Kemp is reportedly set to front a BBC documentary about male suicide and mental health.

The one-off special will see the radio host, 27, discuss high rates of male suicide and what can be done to help those who are struggling, according to The Sun.

The documentary will also reportedly see Roman talking about the days following the tragic news of his friend Joe Lyons’s sudden death last August. 

Mental health: Roman Kemp is reportedly set to front a BBC one-off documentary investigating the high rates of male suicide

Roman has previously been vocal in raising awareness for ‘mental wellness’ and urging people who are ‘struggling’ to ‘reach out’.

Speaking about the new documentary, a source told The Sun: ‘Roman now wants to send that message in a more formal way with a whole show dedicated to Joe, in the hope it helps others.’

MailOnline has contacted Roman’s representatives for comment. 

Roman’s best friend Joe, who had been a well-loved producer at Global radio for nine years, suddenly died in August last year. His cause of death has not been confirmed. 

Tragic: The documentary will also reportedly see Roman talking about the days following the news of his friend Joe Lyons's sudden death last August

Tragic: The documentary will also reportedly see Roman talking about the days following the news of his friend Joe Lyons’s sudden death last August

After his friend’s death, Roman emotionally addressed fans on his show Sunday Best, which he co-hosts with his father Martin Kemp, urging them to ‘reach out’. 

Paying tribute to Joe, he said: ‘Before we can start with our usual show, you may have read that it’s been an incredibly hard week for me personally, as I lost my best friend…

‘It has completely devastated his family, friends, me, my family. I really want to make sure that I use this time right now to say if you are struggling, then please know that you can reach out…

‘There is always someone you can talk to: your family, friends, colleagues… or anyone from the support charities that are out there…

‘At ITV there is the mental wellness initiative called Britain Get Talking, which encourages all of us to reach out and talk to someone.’ 

Tribute: After his friend's death, Roman emotionally addressed fans on his show Sunday Best, urging them to 'reach out'. The episode was touchingly dedicated to Joe

Tribute: After his friend’s death, Roman emotionally addressed fans on his show Sunday Best, urging them to ‘reach out’. The episode was touchingly dedicated to Joe

Roman read out the website address for the service [itv.com/britaingettalking] before his dad Martin added a supportive: ‘Well do, Ro!’  

At the end of the show, a photo of Joe was shown, with the episode dedicated to him.

Roman also had a tattoo tribute inked onto his leg, to honour his late friend, who was one of his Capital Breakfast show producers.   

Explained why he had chosen his bird design tattoo, he wrote on Instagram: ‘Joe had this tattoo and I always used to say it was awful and looked like a pigeon. So I got it in the same spot…’  

Roman also shared a selection of pictures of him with Joe and wrote: ‘You will always be my brother, my best mate and my partner. Everyday I’m missing seeing you and just wish I could show you how many people know you’re the best. 

Sudden: Roman's best friend Joe, who had been a well-loved producer at Global radio for nine years, suddenly died in August last year. His cause of death has not been confirmed

Sudden: Roman’s best friend Joe, who had been a well-loved producer at Global radio for nine years, suddenly died in August last year. His cause of death has not been confirmed 

Touching: Roman also had a tattoo tribute inked onto his leg, to honour his late friend, who was one of his Capital Breakfast show producers

Memories: He has had the giant tattooed inked onto the same place that Joe had his

Touching: Roman also had a tattoo tribute inked onto his leg, to honour his late friend, who was one of his Capital Breakfast show producers 

‘You taught me everything I know, I wouldn’t be where I am if it wasn’t for you sat by my side for the last 6 years. Pushing me and supporting me through everything. 

‘I can only hope I gave you the same love, loyalty and outrageous amounts of fun that you gave me. 

‘We have so many memories that span from sharing beds in the middle of nowhere to dancing on tables to breaking world records. I’m sorry I haven’t stopped texting you and sending you memes.

‘We were only just starting our adventure together but I’m going to take you along with me for the rest of it, flying that flag for the both of us. 

‘I love you more than I can ever explain. See you soon mate❤️’ 

For confidential support call the Samaritans on 116123 or visit a local Samaritans branch, see www.samaritans.org for details 

Best friend: When the DJ discovered that Joe had died, he suddenly went off the air and did not return until the following week

Best friend: When the DJ discovered that Joe had died, he suddenly went off the air and did not return until the following week