Renowned comedian and film maker Mark O’Sullivan highlights the importance of our work

30th July 2024

Mark O’Sullivan, the well known comedian, writer and director recently told of his childhood sexual abuse through a sitcom, part comedy, part serious discussion. 

A documentary by Mark, on Channel 4, with the same title, chronicles his work writing, directing and filming the 80s-style family sitcom.

"If anyone watching it feels a bit more able to talk or less alone in what's happened to them, then the programme will have totally done its job," Mark said. The documentary delves into why Mark chose to write a comedic sitcom about his trauma.

Because silence is fuel for this happening. It stops people speaking out about it. It stops people saying that's wrong. So the more able to talk about it, the better," he said.

Mark spoke to Stepping Stones North Wales and kindly offered his support  to help raise awareness of the support services our charity is able to provide, to men and women across the 6 counties of North Wales. You can watch his video below.