The TV presenter opens up about the fear and positive response after her husband’s revealing documentary.

Emma Willis has spoken candidly about the intense emotions she experienced following the release of her husband Matt Willis’ addiction documentary, Matt Willis: Fighting Addiction. The 48-year-old TV presenter described the process of making the film as “terrifying,” as it required the couple to step outside their comfort zone and share deeply personal struggles.

In an exclusive interview with Women’s Health, Emma opened up about the anxiety they felt before the documentary aired. “The night before it was released, we were both thinking, ‘what’s going to happen tomorrow?’” she recalled. To cope with the stress, the couple decided to take a break and flew to Thailand. Emma explained, “We went for Matt’s birthday, but I made sure we had some time away so we could process everything and face the potential fallout in peace.”

Despite their initial fears, the response to the documentary was overwhelmingly positive. Emma shared how moved she was by the stories of viewers who shared their own experiences with addiction. “The support and the personal stories people shared with us were truly overwhelming,” Emma said, visibly emotional. “It really hit us how much it resonated with people. It’s something we’ll carry with us forever, and it’s reassuring to see how many people are finding hope.”

Matt, 41, who gained fame as a member of the popular band Busted, has been sober for five years. The documentary charted his battle with alcohol and drugs, offering a raw and honest look at his journey to recovery. Emma highlighted how important it was for them to raise awareness about addiction, and the positive feedback they received showed that their decision to share their story had a significant impact.

On a lighter note, Emma was also asked if she would have fallen for Matt if they had never met face-to-face, as seen on their Netflix show Love Is Blind: UK, which they co-host. Without hesitation, Emma responded, “Yes, I would have,” while Matt took a moment to reflect on her answer. Emma quickly added that Matt’s charm, warmth, and sense of humour would have been more than enough to win her over.

Ultimately, the documentary and the couple’s openness about their personal lives have deepened their connection with their audience. Emma praised Matt’s character, saying, “Matt is the most charismatic, funny, loving, and gorgeous person inside and out. His personality just radiates.”