Patrick Christys, the fiery GB News anchor whose razor-sharp takes on politics and culture ignite screens nightly, has always been a man of surprises. But nothing could prepare fans for his latest leap—a daring, shirtless performance alongside the UK’s legendary Dreamboys, the all-male revue known for its chiseled physiques and steamy choreography. On a glittering night in March 2023, Christys traded his tailored suits for sequined briefs, strutting his stuff to raise a staggering £110,000 for Mind, the mental health charity. The event, a sold-out spectacle at London’s Troxy, wasn’t just a fundraiser; it was a seismic moment that showcased his raw courage, his own battles with addiction, and a heart-stopping commitment to destigmatizing mental health struggles. Fans, still buzzing from the viral clips, are calling it the boldest pivot in broadcasting history, with social media ablaze and Christys’ star soaring to new heights.

Born in Cheshire in 1992 to a Greek-Irish family, Christys carved his path from local papers like The Westmorland Gazette to the national stage, landing at GB News in 2021 as a co-host of To the Point before anchoring Patrick Christys Tonight. His journey hasn’t been without shadows: in 2022, he confronted a crippling alcohol addiction, spurred by his wife Emily Carver’s five-word wake-up call—“I can’t live like this”—which led to sobriety and a 10kg weight loss. That transformation, coupled with his marriage to Carver, a fellow GB News luminary, and the birth of their son George in September 2025, cemented his image as a man unafraid to evolve. But joining Dreamboys? That was a plot twist even his most devoted viewers didn’t see coming.

The seeds were sown in late 2022, when Mind approached Christys after his public sobriety story resonated with millions. Having raised £270,000 for the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal in 2021, he was no stranger to charity challenges, but this was uncharted territory. “I thought they were joking,” he admitted on air, his trademark grin flashing during a Breakfast with Eamonn and Isabel segment. “Me, a bloke who trips over his own ego, dancing with Britain’s fittest strippers? But it’s for Mind, and after my own demons, I couldn’t say no.” The charity, which supports 1 in 4 Brits facing mental health challenges, needed a bold face to amplify its mission. Christys, with his platform and personal story, was the perfect fit.

Training was a gauntlet of grit and glitter. For six weeks, Patrick swapped studio debates for dance studios, learning sultry routines under the tutelage of Dreamboys’ lead choreographer, Jordan Darrell. At 85kg post-weight loss, his leaner frame adapted to hip thrusts and body rolls, though not without mishaps—clips of him fumbling spins went viral on X, captioned “Newsman or Nuisance?” Emily, his rock and occasional dance critic, cheered from the sidelines, sneaking protein shakes into his gym bag and teasing his newfound obsession with spray tans. “He went from arguing with MPs to arguing with mirrors over sequin placement,” she quipped on GB News, her pride evident despite the eye-rolls. The couple, married since June 2024, leaned into the absurdity, with Emily hosting a mock “training montage” segment that drew 200,000 laughs online.

The big night at the Troxy was electric. Under pulsing lights, 2,500 attendees—fans, charity supporters, and a few cheeky GB News colleagues—roared as Christys took the stage. Clad in a black velvet jacket (swiftly shed) and glittering briefs, he joined the Dreamboys for a high-energy medley, from Magic Mike-inspired struts to a cheeky nod to “Sweet Caroline,” his Manchester United anthem. His moves, while not flawless—“I nearly took out a backup dancer,” he later confessed—radiated charisma, his grin disarming the crowd. A standout moment? A slow-motion spin where he tossed his tie into the audience, landing in the lap of a shrieking fan who auctioned it for £5,000 for Mind. The finale, a group pose under a shower of gold confetti, saw Patrick hoist a Mind banner, his sweat-soaked face beaming with purpose.

The £110,000 haul was a triumph. Crowdfunding on JustGiving, boosted by Christys’ X posts and GB News’ live coverage, snowballed as fans donated in droves. Corporate sponsors, inspired by his story, matched pledges, while ticket sales and VIP meet-and-greets—where Patrick posed shirtless, blushing through fan hugs—pushed the total skyward. Mind reported a 25% spike in helpline calls post-event, with callers citing Patrick’s openness about his 2022 spiral—vomiting blood, hiding gin bottles—as a lifeline. “He showed you can hit rock bottom and still shine,” one X user posted, sparking 50,000 retweets. The hashtag #ChristysStripsForMind trended globally, alongside #MindMatters, with fan art depicting him as a superhero in sequins, cape emblazoned with Mind’s logo.

The ripple effect was seismic. Piers Morgan, ever the provocateur, tweeted: “Christys, you’ve got bigger stones than most MPs. Respect for baring it all—literally.” Viewers flooded GB News’ inbox with stories: a Leeds dad seeking therapy after years of silence, a London teen inspired to join Mind’s youth programs. Parenting forums, already smitten with Patrick and Emily’s son George and his ear-grabbing habit, dubbed him “the dad who dances for hope.” Even Nigel Farage, who’d mentored Patrick through his addiction, sent a gruff nod: “Not my kind of stage, but bloody well done.” The event’s viral clips—Patrick’s hip swivel racking up 1 million TikTok views—sparked a broader conversation, with Mind’s CEO praising his “courage to strip away stigma, one dance at a time.”

For Patrick and Emily, the night was a milestone in their shared mission. At home in their West London flat, where George’s cot now sports a tiny Dreamboys T-shirt (a gag gift from the troupe), they’ve woven the experience into their story. Emily, whose own columns tackle mental health policy, joined Patrick for a post-show livestream, raising an extra £10,000 while dissecting the stigma’s toll. “He’s not just my husband; he’s a mirror for anyone who’s struggled,” she said, her voice catching. Patrick, back in his suit but forever changed, reflected: “I used to hide in bottles. Now I’m hiding in sequins—for a cause that saved me.”

The Dreamboys stint isn’t just a stunt; it’s a testament to Christys’ evolution. From a booze-fueled abyss to a sober, slimmer 85kg, from newsroom warrior to nappy-changing dad, and now to a charity champion who dances without fear, he’s rewriting what it means to be a public figure. Fans, still sharing grainy Troxy videos, see not just a presenter but a beacon—proof that vulnerability, wrapped in a bit of glitter, can move mountains. As Mind’s coffers grow and mental health conversations flourish, Patrick’s performance lingers as a rallying cry: strip away the shame, step into the light, and dance like the world’s watching. For one night, he did—and the world hasn’t stopped cheering.