'Thank you for being you': Castaway viewers praise 'vulnerable' Ruby Wax as she reflects on her traumatic childhood while stranded alone on a desert island
Castaway viewers praised 'vulnerable' Ruby Wax following the latest episode her new show on Sunday.
The Channel 5 series sees the 70-year-old comedian stranded and living alone for ten days on a desert island in the depths of Madagascar.
Ruby, who has been open about her mental health battle, spoke about her dysfunctional childhood during the latest episode, leaving fans in awe of her honesty.
Viewers took to Twitter to praise the star with one writing: 'Ruby, you are an amazing, strong and beautiful person, even without make-up. You make me feel stronger. Thank you for being you'.
While a second commented: 'Thank you for Castaway: Ruby Wax. A raw, emotional programme which shows that some time on your own is not only good for you, it's almost cathartic. Ditch the phones! We're happier without them!'.
![Praise: Castaway viewers praised the 'vulnerable' Ruby Wax, 70, following the latest her new show that sees her stranded on a desert island](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/30/23/70413781-12031787-image-a-76_1682892814314.jpg)
Praise: Castaway viewers praised the 'vulnerable' Ruby Wax, 70, following the latest her new show that sees her stranded on a desert island
![Honest and open: Ruby, who has been open about her mental health battle , spoke about her dysfunctional childhood during the episode, leaving fans in awe of her honesty](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/30/23/70413793-12031787-Honest_and_open_Ruby_who_has_been_open_about_her_mental_health_b-m-70_1682894707978.jpg)
Honest and open: Ruby, who has been open about her mental health battle , spoke about her dysfunctional childhood during the episode, leaving fans in awe of her honesty
![Traumatic: Ruby previously told MailOnline: 'I wish I could forget about my early days but I can¿t. My mother was mentally ill and I grew up in a climate of constant criticism' (pictured with her parents in 1998)](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/30/23/70414615-12031787-image-a-69_1682894681869.jpg)
Traumatic: Ruby previously told MailOnline: 'I wish I could forget about my early days but I can’t. My mother was mentally ill and I grew up in a climate of constant criticism' (pictured with her parents in 1998)
Ruby previously told MailOnline: 'I wish I could forget about my early days but I can’t. My mother was mentally ill and I grew up in a climate of constant criticism'.
'Dad was a sausage manufacturer and my eccentric mum an accountant. We were probably the most dysfunctional family I knew – my mother was obsessed with straight lines and wrapping things in plastic'.
Another viewer said on social media: 'Ruby your story broke me, you are a survivor'.
While someone else wrote: 'Loving this, her vulnerability and honesty is heartwarming. Not sure I could do it'.
Last week before heading off to the tropical location viewers saw Ruby meeting pal Joanna Lumley, 76, who offered advice after she made a similar show in 1994 - famously turning her bra into shoes to cope with the island's treacherous terrain.
After reaching her new home Ruby left viewers 'in awe' as she wielded a machete to cut down trees to build herself a shelter.
The actress emotionally confessed to the camera she was 'out of her depth' before declaring in later scenes 'mental health people are survivors because we know what it's like to be alone'.
Racing to Twitter one fan gushed: 'Castaway with Ruby, what a champion to never giving up and showing strength not resilience. Helping others as she helps herself'.
![Sad: Ruby previously told MailOnline: 'I wish I could forget about my early days but I can¿t. My mother was mentally ill and I grew up in a climate of constant criticism'](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/30/23/70414079-12031787-image-a-86_1682893290364.jpg)
Sad: Ruby previously told MailOnline: 'I wish I could forget about my early days but I can’t. My mother was mentally ill and I grew up in a climate of constant criticism'
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![In awe: Fans took top Twitter to praise the star with one writing: 'Ruby, you are an amazing, strong and beautiful person, even without make-up. You make me feel stronger. Thank you for being you'](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/30/23/70413819-12031787-In_awe_Fans_took_top_Twitter_to_praise_the_star_with_one_writing-m-87_1682893317877.jpg)
In awe: Fans took top Twitter to praise the star with one writing: 'Ruby, you are an amazing, strong and beautiful person, even without make-up. You make me feel stronger. Thank you for being you'
Back in January Ruby sparked concern amongst fans after sharing a video from her hospital bed as she trained for life on the island.
The trip has appeared to take a turn as she ended up showing footage of herself in hospital instead of exploring island life.
Speaking directly to fans in the video, Ruby said: 'Hi my name is Ruby Wax and this is the cover of my new book.
'I think it says it all. No comment from me. It's coming out May 11 and you can preorder it by the link on my bio. It's my new baby.'
She captioned the post: I'm thrilled to share with you all the cover of my new book, 'I'm Not As Well As I Thought I Was' - which I think says it all.
![A little help:Last week before heading off to the tropical location viewers saw Ruby (right) meeting pal Joanna Lumley (left) 76, who offered advice after she made a similar show in 1994](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/23/22/70150417-12005263-image-a-92_1682285721141.jpg)
A little help:Last week before heading off to the tropical location viewers saw Ruby (right) meeting pal Joanna Lumley (left) 76, who offered advice after she made a similar show in 1994
![Wow: After reaching her new home Ruby left viewers 'in awe' as she wielded a machete to cut down trees to build herself a shelter](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/23/22/70150387-12005263-image-a-94_1682285751750.jpg)
Wow: After reaching her new home Ruby left viewers 'in awe' as she wielded a machete to cut down trees to build herself a shelter
![Inspiring: She later declared 'mental health people are survivors because we know what it's like to be alone'.](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/23/22/70150427-12005263-image-a-96_1682285851662.jpg)
Inspiring: She later declared 'mental health people are survivors because we know what it's like to be alone'.
'This could be my most honest and raw book to date which feels good, but also a little scary.
'I do hope it might provide some reassurance and guidance for anyone else struggling with their own mental health. It's coming out May 11th and you can pre-order it now via the link in my bio. Ruby x'.
Amongst several hashtags in the post, Ruby wrote: '#DepressionSupport', '#DepressionRecovery' and #PsychiatricHospital.
Fans were quick to send Ruby their well wishes with many concerned at seeing her in hospital with a monitor attached to her heart.
One wrote: 'Wtf. hope u ok In hospital bed Ruby ..... cyber hug of soothing vibes coming your way.'
![Concern: Back in January Ruby sparked concern amongst fans after sharing a video from her hospital bed as she trained for life on the island](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/23/22/66364437-11615017-New_Speaking_directly_to_fans_in_the_video_Ruby_said_Hi_my_name_-a-19_1682285569612.jpg)
Concern: Back in January Ruby sparked concern amongst fans after sharing a video from her hospital bed as she trained for life on the island
Another added: 'Can't wait to read it.... But are you ok Hun?As we can see you are in hospital.... X'
A third said: ' I hope you're going to be OK my ex wife has been in hospital for nearly two weeks now.'
Last year, Ruby bared her soul by admitting to fans she is suffering from her first big bout of depression in 12 years, and saying she has 'dead eyes'.
The comedian, 69, who has battled with her mental health over the years and quit TV 25 years ago as a result of depression, admitted she is 'frazzled' and 'didn't spot the signs' as she told fans that battle with the illness that made thoughts 'so agonising it's hard to stay alive.'
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