Geordie Stories: Nathan and Dad

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Nathan Henry and his father, Glen, who has terminal cancer, explore ways to cope with this diagnosis. Nathan is determined to make the most of the time he and his dad have left together.

Diversity & Inclusion Award - Innovation Awards
Most Inspiring TV Show 2025 - National Reality Television Awards

This intimate documentary follows reality TV personality Nathan Henry as he navigates one of the most challenging chapters of his life: supporting his father, Glen, through terminal cancer. Across the series, Nathan reflects on their relationship, uncovers family memories, and confronts the emotional realities of anticipatory grief. The episodes blend heartfelt conversations, moments of humour, community support, and the powerful honesty that comes from a family facing the unthinkable together.

The series aims to open up discussions around masculinity, vulnerability, and illness within families, offering an authentic representation of how people cope, communicate, and stay connected during life changing moments.

  • Year
    2025
  • Commissioned By
    MTV
  • Format
    4x45
  • Cast
    Nathan Henry , Glen Henry
  • Director of Digital Commissioning & Production
    Amie Parker-Williams
  • Executive Producer
    Andy Mundy-Castle
  • Director
    Ryan Samuda
  • Cast
    Gabby Dawn Allen , Ashley Cain
  • EXECUTIVE PRODUCER FOR MTVE Jaime Brannan
    Jaime Brannan
  • PRODUCTION EXECUTIVES
    Helen Landeau
  • LINE PRODUCER
    Storm Stewart
  • SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION FOR MTVE
    Seema Nabavi
  • SERIES PRODUCER
    Wyn Baptiste
  • ASSISTANT PRODUCERS
    Clea Martin Vargas , Jaha Browne
  • PRODUCTION COORDINATOR
    Jamila Melbourne
  • PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
    Jordana Douglas
  • PRODUCTION RUNNER
    Benjamin Kyeza
  • CAMERA OPERATOR
    Josh Williams
  • SOUND RECORDISTS
    Andy Hoare , Max Holland

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