Boxer Glenn McCrory survived on a bag of rice for a week after hitting rock bottom
BOXING hero Glenn McCrory has revealed he was surviving on a bag of rice a week when he hit rock bottom over false sex claims.
The former world champion and Sky Sports pundit also faced homelessness as his battle to clear his name wiped out his savings.
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Three waitresses claimed he touched their arms in a sexual manner during a dinner ahead of the world title fight between Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in September 2021.
McCrory, 59, denied any sexual motive and insisted he was just trying to get their attention.
Last September he was cleared of all charges in just 90 minutes at Wood Green Crown Court in north London.
And he is now working with homeless charity CEO Sleepout to raise awareness of the plight facing record numbers in Britain.
Since 2010, the number of 'rough sleeps' has increased by 74 percent and the charity organizes rough sleeps for business leaders every year to raise funds and awareness.
This year's fundraising campaign will kick off on March 21 with an event at Newcastle United's St James' Park stadium.
Ex-cruiserweight Glenn from Newcastle said: “I know what it's like to hit rock bottom when I've lost everything.
“I was in the hands of the crisis team and my weight plummeted.
“Everything fell apart.
“It's absolutely terrifying not knowing what your future holds or where your next meal is coming from.
“People see it in the public eye and think they must have a great life, but anyone's world can be pulled out from under them in the blink of an eye – and I'm living proof.
“You could lose your job, savings or family – or simply get sick – and the downward spiral begins.”
Sleepout boss Bianca Robinson said: “Glenn's story is heartbreaking, but it is a stark reminder that anyone can be just a few steps away from becoming homeless.”
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