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EXCLUSIVE Beaming Beverley Callard looks happy and healthy as she cosies up to husband Jon McEwan at swanky charity bash

EXCLUSIVE
Beaming Beverley Callard looks happy and healthy as she cosies up to husband Jon McEwan at swanky charity bash

Beaming Beverley Callard appeared happy and healthy as she attended Lizzie Cundy’s swanky charity bash in London on Monday, after opening up about her devastating battle with depression.

The former Coronation Street actress, 67, cosied up to husband Jon McEwan, whom she wed in 2010, as she helped raise money for the good cause at the event which was held at The Pheasantry in Chelsea. 

Beverley cut a stylish figure in a printed black dress which she teamed with a purple leather jacket and matching accessories.

She accentuated her dainty features with make-up and wore her ginger tresses in loose curls and appeared totally at ease while chatting to fellow guests.

Meanwhile former WAG Lizzy, 56, stunned in a white mini dress and faux fur stole as she hosted the Back On Track event in aid of injured veterans.

Last week Beverley, who is best known for playing Liz McDonald in the ITV soap, bravely spoke out about her mental health struggles during an appearance on Good Morning Britain. 

EXCLUSIVE
Beaming Beverley Callard looks happy and healthy as she cosies up to husband Jon McEwan at swanky charity bash

Beaming Beverley Callard, 67, appeared happy and healthy as she attended Lizzie Cundy’s charity bash at The Pheasantry in London on Monday (with husband Jon McEwan)

The former Coronation Street actress, 67,  returned to the spotlight after opening up about her devastating battle with depression

The former Coronation Street actress, 67,  returned to the spotlight after opening up about her devastating battle with depression 

Beverly spoke to the hosts about her lowest ever moment, recounting: ‘I was hit with it in 2010. I was hospitalised for three months.

‘I was terrified about people knowing about it. Absolutely terrified. 

‘The tabloids wanted to know why I was missing from my job, there was a feeling of guilt and shame and people thinking I was maybe weak.

‘I think clinical depression is not that, it’s the curse of the strong. It affects people pleasers and people who don’t stop. It is important to talk.’

She added: ‘I’ve never posted anything on social medial before.

‘Everyone does “Oh my life is great on social media, don’t they, I’m living my best life”, John said to me, just say how you’re really feeling.

‘I had this bad day fortunately, it was only a couple of days, he said say it because you will help so many people.’

Her husband Jon –  joined them in the studio – and he trained as a councillor to understand her condition. 

Meanwhile former WAG Lizzy, 56, put on a very leggy display in a white mini dress and faux fur stole

Meanwhile former WAG Lizzy, 56, put on a very leggy display in a white mini dress and faux fur stole

She hosted the Back On Track event in aid of injured veterans and the fun-filled evening featured an Elvis impersonator She hosted the Back On Track event in aid of injured veterans and the fun-filled evening featured an Elvis impersonator

She hosted the Back On Track event in aid of injured veterans and the fun-filled evening featured an Elvis impersonator 

She cosied up to fellow TV star and former Blue Peter host Tim Vincent, 52,

She cosied up to fellow TV star and former Blue Peter host Tim Vincent, 52, 

Lizzie posed up a storm with her guests

Lizzie posed up a storm with her guests 

Vanessa Feltz's ex Ben Ofoedu , 59, attended with girlfriend Vanessa Brown, 29

Vanessa Feltz’s ex Ben Ofoedu , 59, attended with girlfriend Vanessa Brown, 29

Ben kept things cool in a a tailored black tuxedo with satin lapels

Ben kept things cool in a a tailored black tuxedo with satin lapels 

TV's Tim looked effortlessly stylish in a denim jacket and jeans

TV’s Tim looked effortlessly stylish in a denim jacket and jeans

Jon said: ‘It was a few years ago, there was no help for the partners, so I’ve got to lean about this and the more I can help Beverley.’    

Beverley said: ‘For the partner, they need to retain their own idenтιтy, there’s no help for them its really hard living with someone who is going through that, in that black hole.’ 

During her stint on the Cobbles the star was struggling, but there came a point where she needed help. 

Beverley said: ‘You sort of act in real life, but there was a point in 2010 when I couldn’t cover it up at all. 

‘My body had gone into shutdown, when I went into hospital Jon said I looked like a 100-year-old woman.

Last week Beverley , who is best known for playing Liz McDonald in the ITV soap, bravely spoke out about her mental health struggles during an appearance on Good Morning Britain

Last week Beverley , who is best known for playing Liz McDonald in the ITV soap, bravely spoke out about her mental health struggles during an appearance on Good Morning Britain  

Beverly spoke to the hosts about her lowest ever moment, recounting: 'I was hit with it in 2010. I was hospitalised for three months (Pictured in the ITV soap in 1984)

Beverly spoke to the hosts about her lowest ever moment, recounting: ‘I was hit with it in 2010. I was hospitalised for three months (Pictured in the ITV soap in 1984)

‘I had to undergo ECT [electroconvulsive therapy], which kills your short time memory for a while.

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‘So learning lines became really difficult. But I did it.’ 

The Corrie favourite pleaded with those watching at home to open up more if they are struggling.  

Beverley explained: ‘Today is time to talk day. It’s important we talk about it. 

‘At the moment we have 8.7 million on anti depressants, I have to take medication myself and I probably will the rest of my life. 

‘But a lot of people don’t have to.

‘I think if they had more access to talking therapies or talk to each other, it would help a great deal. 

‘There still is stigma about mental health, we’re chipping away, but to talk about it, helps get rid of that stigma and helps you get better.’

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