Jump to contentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleCarsen HoladayWednesday 19 August 2026 15:19 BSTRelated: Facial transplant recipient speaks about mental healthReading Rainbow host and viral librarian Mychal Threets announced he is checking himself into a hospital to address his mental health struggles.The 36-year-old shared on Threads on Monday that he is safe and seeking help, expressing gratitude for his supporters.Threets gained widespread popularity on social media for his uplifting library content before becoming the host of the Reading Rainbow reboot in 2025.He previously resigned from his children's librarian job in California in 2024 following a mental health breakdown and panic attacks.Known for promoting reading and positive mental health awareness, Threets has frequently shared his personal journey across his platforms.In fullReading Rainbow star checks himself into hospital, says he’s ‘safe’ but ‘not okay’More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in