Mychal Threets Opens Up on Struggles | Raleigh News

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Mychal Threets, the new host of Reading Rainbow, is bravely opening up about his ongoing mental health struggles, even seeking hospital care and professional help — a raw moment that underscores his resilience. Known as “Mychal the Librarian” on TikTok, he credits Reading Rainbow and LeVar Burton for inspiring his career path and self-belief. His journey includes past battles with mental health, including leaving a library job and admitting suicidal thoughts in 2024 — struggles that now fuel his mission to uplift others. Support poured in, notably from singer Doechii, who celebrated his…