The trio live together in Bridgend,. RAF Typhoon jets cause massive sonic boom sweeping across central England when they scramble to intercept a Do YOU know your Adam and Eve from your Ruby Murray? 'I genuinely think it's going to save people's lives,' he said. It doesn't discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society - from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers. The star later switched to rugby league and led Wales to victory over France in the European. His father Barry, 69, is a retired postal worker, and his mother Yvonne, 70, a former hospital secretary. HIV carriers can be charged with grievous bodily harm if they fail to declare their status to potential sexual partners and pass on the infection. He told the Daily Mail in December 2009: 'I was like a ticking bomb. As he drove to Cardiff Royal Infirmary, he called a friend in tears: "I told him, Ive got HIV Im going to die. The 45-year-old was cheered and . He said: "I think if you went out on the street right now and told 10 people you have HIV, 50 per cent of them would be scared youre going to give it to them. Rugby star Gareth Thomas spoke on Good Morning Britain about the misconceptions surrounding HIV as he celebrated his wedding anniversary. "It is quite easy to educate people, but to re educate people when they think they know everything about HIV, is even more difficult.". He has represented Wales in both Rugby Union and Rugby League and was the most capped player in the country until he was overtaken in 2011. Spectator Carolyn James, 47, from Swansea said: 'Gareth's fella was waiting on the finishing line for half hour with a big smile on his face. Gareth Thomas has hit out at Twitter after a video he shared of himself dancing with his husband was abruptly removed from his feed by the social media platform. Following their divorce in 2009, Thomas announced his sexuality to the world and went on to marry partner Stephen, who does not share his health status, seven years later. Gareth Thomas (@gareththomas14) September 14, 2019. The former Wales and British and Irish Lions player, who came out as gay in 2009, yesterday revealed he kept his HIV status a secret over fears he would be 'treated like a leper' - and was today hailed for his bravery by Princes William and Harry. A year after rugby star Gareth Thomas came out as gay, his ex-wife has finally found happiness. Im not afraid anymore - I did a freaking Ironman yesterday.'. American Olympic diver Greg Louganis was diagnosed with the disease six months before the 1988 Games in Seoul. I didnt feel anger if anything, I felt sorry for him.. ', Thomas came out at the end of his rugby career and said at the time: 'I don't want to be known as a gay rugby player, I am a rugby player first and foremost I'm a man.'. * Good Morning Britain airs on weekdays at 6am on ITV, Get the biggest TV headlines, recaps and insider knowledge straight to your inbox. Thomas, wearing number 50, was given another huge cheer when his name was announced over the PA system at the event, which will take 17 hours for some competitors to complete. Experts weigh in as tremors hit Wales, Cornwall and the Are YOU eating the right colours? 'He wants everyone to know that HIV shouldn't stop you doing anything you want to. 'As the largest HIV charity in the UK said, there are no winners in HIV cases like these, and that is certainly the case. After the blackmail threat he decided he had no option but to tell them. 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Gareth and Ian, 51, have finally decided to open up about their year-long love, celebrating going public with a magazine shoot. Mr Thomas, 48, was accused by Mr Baum, 59, of 'assault, battery, infliction of intentional harm and negligence'. "By doing the Ironman contest he is showing everyone that hes still an incredible athlete. I know I have HIV, but HIV doesn't have me. Ian Baum has. 'It's always sad when an ex-professional sportsman picks up an illness of any kind. The pair are seen canoodling in a bubble bath as they strip off for. Revealed: The top 10 fastest-growing destinations for UK pensioners retiring overseas. View our online Press Pack. He began his sporting career with his native Bridgend in 1994, staying there for three years. Thomas said there was so much 'inaccurate information' about HIV that he wanted to counter, stressing, for instance, that there was 'no possibility' of him passing it on to others because of the drugs he is taking. Thomas said he 'knew he was gay' at the age of around 16 or 17, but failed to accept it until years later. As he finished the swim section in just under an hour and a half, the former rugby player clambered onto his bike for a 112-mile cycle. What will the next pandemic be? Thomas completed the challenge inTenby, Pembrokeshire, in 12 hours and 18 minutes. The honeytrap plot that left father-of-six dead: Moment two women lead victim into his flat to seduce him Why is Britain experiencing so many earthquakes? Thomas, who is affectionately known as 'Alfie' due to his 'resemblance to the alien character in the TV sitcom 'Alf', battled with his sexuality for years, telling of how he was driven to the brink of suicide on multiple occasions. But he loves me and supports me 100 per cent in what I'm doing.. Rugby legend Gareth Thomas has completed a 140-mile triathlon just a day after revealing he is living with HIV. At conservative gathering, Trump is still the favourite. 'This is not an admission of liability or guilt. All rights reserved. Welcome to the Coronation! Discover your rider rating - how many one-star reviews do 'I want to be a French child!' The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. With 100 appearances he was the most capped Welsh Rugby Union player ever until 2011 when the accolade was taken by Stephen Jones. Thomas said of his husband: Stephen is from the Valley and isn't used to media attention or the idea of giving interviews. A 16-year-old boy was later dealt with by restorative justice and met with Thomas to apologise for his actions. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. I felt like an express train was hitting me at 300mph. The 45 year old former rugby player announced he was. His father Barry, 69, is a retired postal worker, and his mother Yvonne, 70, a former hospital secretary. Welsh rugby legend Gareth Thomas broke down in tears as he was embraced by his husband just 24 hours after revealing he has been 'living with HIV for years'. He also receives regular counselling and check-ups. He was greeted with cries of 'Come on Alfie' and 'Go Gareth' as he emerged triumphant from the first two legs of the race. Rugby legend Gareth Thomas has agreed to pay75,000 plus costs to a former partner who accused him ofhiding his HIV status during their relationship. I thought about driving off a cliff. MOST infected people experience a short illness, similar to flu, two to six weeksafter coming into contact with HIV. W.', His brother Prince Harry called Thomas an 'absolute legend' and said: 'In sharing your story of being HIV+, you are saving lives and shattering stigma, by showing you can be strong and resilient while living with HIV.'. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Gareth Thomas, the former rugby star hailed as a gay sporting pioneer, is being sued in the High Court for allegedly "deceptively" transmitting HIV to a former partner. Gareth has spoken glowingly of Stephens support, adding that his husbands quiet upbringing in rural Wales means he is reluctant to receive media focus or give interviews. He tweeted today: 'I'm making this announcement first before the tabloids take my truth. HIV (human immuno-deficency virus) attacks the body's immune system. He also appeared on Dancing on Ice as a pundit and has been given his own shows on BBC Wales including Run for Your Life when he trained a group of overweight and unfit women from the Welsh Valleys to get fit for the Cardiff Half Marathon. Because it's mine to tell. If HIV is caught late, it can lead to more complications and could ultimately lead to AIDS. 'You wake up one morning thinking: 'I can handle it. HIV stays in the body for life, but treatment can keep the virus under control and the immune system healthy. "We should all be appalled by the way you were forced to speak your truth, it is yours and yours alone to share on your terms and I and millions stand with you.. 'He is a remarkable individual who is mentally equipped to deal with this illness. You have our support Gareth. He found out that he was HIV positive after he went for a routine sexual health test at a clinic in Cardiff. "Hes a remarkable individual who is mentally equipped to deal with this. During his time in France he was found guilty of assault in 2005. : 'He has been a beacon of light for me. Thomas said he 'knew he was gay' at the age of around 16 or 17, but failed to accept it until years later. In January 2012 he went into the Celebrity Big Brother House, finishing in the final three. Gareth Thomas has revealed he married husband Stephen nearly three years ago, as he told the world of his HIV diagnosis. The 45-year-old was cheered on by the crowds and his parents Yvonne and Barry. Thomas, 48, has been . The popular television regular and former Wales captain, who took part in the 140-mile triathlon in Tenby, says he wants to end the stigma associated with the condition. Read about our approach to external linking. He was later rushed to hospital and was suspected to have had a stroke, with fears the impact on his health may have led to his retirement. He revealed that afterwards he was 'threatened by people who said they would give away my secret', who he feared would 'use it as a weapon' against him and his family. Stephen Adams for The Mail on Sunday, 'Courageous as ever legend on the pitch and legend off it. Ive felt shame and keeping such a big secret has taken its toll. This was around the time a film was due to be made about Thomas's life. He said: Gareth, you are an absolute legend! Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Complete Encyclopedia Formula One (Motor Racing), Hill, Tim and Gareth Thomas., at the best online prices at eBay! "Im speaking out because I want to help others and make a difference.. Prince Andrew chuckles as he encounters female jogger on way to his weekly Windsor horse-riding trip. He began his sporting career with his native Bridgend in 1994, staying there for three years. He ran across and hugged a man who was visibly crying and that set Gareth off too.