From addiction to fatherhood: Jason Donovan on the letter that changed his life
Happy Mum 
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<p>Everybody needs good Neighbours — and this week, Gi’s joined by the ultimate one! Singer, actor, and <em>Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat </em>LEGEND Jason Donovan opens up about the highs and lows of fame, his struggle with addiction, and the life-changing decision he made after becoming a dad for the first time.</p><br><p>Plus, he opens up about the challenges and rewards of watching his three children grow up and what they've taught him about trusting the process.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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