SINGER Will Young has been left devastated by the death of his twin brother after years of battling mental health issues. Rupert, 41, had spoken openly of the trauma he had suffered as a result of depression and alcoholism.
He said his relationship with Will suffered after his twin was thrust into the spotlight after winning Pop Idol in 2002. Today, a spokeswoman confirmed the Rupert had passed away, with sources saying the family had been left wracked by grief.
A friend told The Sun: “Will’s relationship with Rupert had been tough over the years at times, and they had both spoken about the mental health problems which had made it challenging. “But there were hopes he had turned a corner and they are a very loving family - and utterly.