If it does come to light that he was suffering from severe depression, then it's worrying how well he managed to hide it. There'll be more released about it, but the press and media should let his family mourn their loss. Sad, sad day.
The affect of this on his wife and kids is lifetime long. Maybe Speed's own family history has issues and sadly this is exactly what the media will be looking for now.
As someone who has suffered from depression on and off for many years, I can tell you I can be the happiest man alive to many people and get on with running my business, without anyone knowing that deep down I hated my life and wanted out. You battle with these things everyday and it is only when it gets too much that some people just snap and end their lives. I have no idea if this is what happened to Gary Speed, but if it was then it is very very sad.
Boab fella, I had bad depression a few yrs ago, but have it under control now. One day you can be absolutely fine, the next I'd be in pieces, unable to even open the daily post or answer my phone. I remember in the late 80's, early 90's bein as jealous as anything of Gary Speed, it seemed he had it all, and I remember wishing I was him....
Spurs fan...born and bread in Huddersfield....watched Gary run the Leeds United midfield with Gary Mcallsiter and Gordon Strachan in the 90,s.......scoring vital goals....i wanted to see him in a Tottenham shirt........great man......dynamic midfield maestro RIP
It's clearly a horrible thing to suffer from and many people with it don't like to seek help, which is such a shame as it could seriously help. I had depression problems when i was a bit younger and i was to proud to open up to anyone, but like many have said, we still don't know the full story. Still can't believe it's happened.
to the fans of football, Leeds Utd., and his family my deepest condolences. Agood man lost to all (an Arsenal FC and HAFC fan)
Manchester United supporter in peace....absolutely gutted regarding Gary Speed. I still cant believe it. Today I will not be discussing the beautiful game because its totally insignificant. A fantastic player and a brilliant human being. God Bless and rest in peace
Goes to show that you can never tell what demons people are carrying with them. My Mum suffers from depression but to anyone on the outside you'd never know. RIP Gary. I always get a new Newcastle shirt at Xmas and it'll be his name and number on the back this year.
Gutted he was a great player for who ever he played for and one of the best midfielders ever to grace the premier league.
i talked to gary 3 times---a quiet spoken man--a great player---i shed a tear--r i p gary u will be missed
You will always be loved and respected in Newcastle Gary. A big part of a brilliant Bobby Robson team. RIP you are a huge loss to the world.
My daughter told me this morning and I have to be honest I shred a tear. A great player for us and and gentleman off it. My deepest Sympathy to his family and friends.
I've ordered the home kit this afternoon. I've gone for Speed 11. Will do for the next few years I think. Seems the only thing I can do to show my respect to one of the very best footballers to pull on the Black n White
Sorry to hear the news guys,I was really surprised, He was a great player and a pro. May he rest in peace, and i hope the media show some respect to his family at this sad time.
I heard the news on Skysport this afternoon and was truly devastated. I took my 2 boys to Elland Road in 94. we went to the ground that morning to see the players arrive. Gary Speed stopped with my lads and I took about20 photos. He asked me did I need any more, he was prepared to sit on. I thanked him and shook his hand ......... a gentleman. I was gutted when he left the club but am delighted he was one of the few who progressed after leaving Leeds. RIP GARY SPEED ....... LEGEND
