Mychal Threets Opens Up on Struggles | Raleigh News

Mychal Threets, the new host of Reading Rainbow, is bravely opening up about his ongoing mental health struggles, even seeking hospital care and professional help — a raw moment that underscores his resilience. Known as “Mychal the Librarian” on TikTok, he credits Reading Rainbow and LeVar Burton for inspiring his career path and self-belief. His journey includes past battles with mental health, including leaving a library job and admitting suicidal thoughts in 2024 — struggles that now fuel his mission to uplift others. Support poured in, notably from singer Doechii, who celebrated his courage. Threets’ vulnerability reminds us that asking for help isn’t weakness — it’s strength, and his story continues to resonate as a beacon of hope and community.

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