Ant Saves a Life

Ant the comedian is not always just about getting laughs ... and if you've seen his act, you know that's true! But the comedian recently received e-mails from a man who talked about his plans to take his own life. Ant to the rescue!
Ross the Intern and Ant
The e-mails revealed a man who has been dealing with weight, relationship, employment and sexual identity issues. The correspondence grabbed Ant's attention -- who responded by asking for a phone number -- no, not for a date! On Tuesday, while recording a "Talky Blog" with Ross the Intern, the pair called the distressed fan and gave him some emotional and genuine advice. "Reach out before you do anything crazy."

What they said struck a chord. The guy sent another e-mail to Ant after their conversation, promising to ask for help when he's feeling down and out, and saying that he now has hope. "I'm still at the bottom, but at least now I can see the light at the top."

All because a few celebs took the time to make a simple phone call. Not all stars are making news for clubbing, getting DUIs and forgetting their panties.

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46. I think that ANT is one of the nicest people out there. I have watched his blogs for days now and he really cares about people. Not a lot of celebrity's would take time out of their busy schedules to call a fan. Kudos to ANT and Ross!!

Posted at 7:20PM on Aug 4th 2007 by Brandie

47. The minute prissy Ross the Intern comes on Jay Leno, I turn it off. I find him boring and offensive. I have several gay friends and they don't act like that dimwit Ross. Yuck!

Posted at 9:09PM on Aug 4th 2007 by Kate

48. I agree Day


Ross looked too uncomfy..not into it and like...who cares

This Article Is About ANT not Ross

Posted at 11:35PM on Aug 4th 2007 by Kris

49. BTW I'm a member of the Ant Colony and Ant and Ross ROCKSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

Posted at 2:34AM on Aug 5th 2007 by CoraJ

50. These just shows that not all clebs are stuck on themselves

Posted at 2:34AM on Aug 5th 2007 by CoraJ

51. I have to say I am readers of Ross' blog and an Ant colony member. What they did for this guy was beyond words. I wish all news media coverage picked this up like you did. Thank you TMZ for doing a beautiful article on a real situation of stars reaching out to help someone they don't even know. Ross and Ant are both very funny and caring so it was no surprise when Ant wanted to call while he was there with Ross.

I wish more things like this could be talked about instead of who's going to rehab next, who's got who's jail cell, who's possibly preggers or going out with such and such.

This article is exactly what should be all over the press right now. Thank you guys!

Posted at 11:48AM on Aug 5th 2007 by Jeanne From NC

52. Thanks TMZ for a positive story. Nice change of pace!


Way to go ANT and ROSS!

Jer Bear

Posted at 7:15PM on Aug 6th 2007 by Jeremiah Christopher

53. This is the true Ant.He is so wonderful and a great cheerleader in life. Thank you TMZ for writing about him and Ross and for a story that is truly of importance.

Posted at 12:52AM on Aug 7th 2007 by Jennifer from the Colony

54. Ross and Ant are the best.... How many people would take the time to really reach out and show their love to someone?? I give them both hugs and kisses and think they ROCKK!!!!

Posted at 10:01AM on Aug 9th 2007 by Kerry

55. Just an update to anyone who reads this... Joe is posting happy posts on the blog almost daily and has seemed to have found a new outlook on life

Posted at 1:35AM on Aug 24th 2007 by Kris

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