Tommy Mallet’s Shocking ADHD Diagnosis Hits Hard in New Reality Series
The latest four-part reality docuseries from Lime Pictures dives deep into the lives of Georgia Kousoulou and Tommy Mallet. The couple, along with their 17-month-old son Brody, are juggling first-time parenthood and the pressures of a booming business. But despite the picture-perfect life – a gorgeous baby, a fresh engagement, and Tommy making Forbes 30 Under 30 for his footwear brand – Tommy is battling emotional turmoil and has hit rock bottom.
Relationship on the Rocks as Tommy Faces His Struggles
Tensions rise as Tommy and Georgia’s relationship teeters on the edge. After Georgia issues an ultimatum, Tommy finally seeks professional help and is diagnosed with severe ADHD. The revelation is a game-changer. Tommy realises how his condition has shaped his life and strained his loved ones. Determined to turn things around, he starts managing his ADHD and fights to rebuild their family life.
“We’ve always shared our highs and lows with viewers and my diagnosis of severe ADHD has been life-changing,” said Tommy. “Georgia and I wanted to raise awareness of ADHD and felt it was important to share our story. ADHD can often go undetected and there are varying degrees of it but for me, being diagnosed as a 30-year-old adult, it finally all made sense why I behaved in certain ways. Seeking help and managing my ADHD has meant that I’m in a better place to be the best partner and dad possible.”
Georgia added, “I am so proud of Tommy getting help and I’ve already seen a positive change in him and our family life.”
Behind the Scenes: The Rollercoaster Ride of Big Life Changes
Rebecca Kenny-Smith, Creative Director Unscripted at Lime Pictures, revealed, “Since Georgia and Tommy left TOWIE, we’ve followed every step of their journey. They became parents to Brody, got engaged, bought a new home, and Tommy’s business soared. We thank them for their honesty and for opening up about their feelings.”
The series captures big family moments – from Brody’s first steps during a Mallorca holiday, to Georgia rethinking wedding plans, capped off by a magical Christmas trip to Disneyland with the Nans.
ITVBe’s Hit Show Is Back for More
Georgia & Tommy: Baby Steps was ITVBe’s biggest new commission in 2021, pulling in 458k viewers across devices and smashing it with 16-34-year-olds. Now recommissioned by ITV’s top brass, the show continues to be produced by Lime Pictures with exec producer Lisa Price at the helm.
