Robbie Gillett, aka Beneath the Tracksuit

Robbie is a poet-Spoken word artist. He was diagnosed with MS in 2015. He took up poetry after his diagnosis to help deal with the emotional effects of his condition. He writes under the name ‘Beneath the Tracksuit’.

He’s published a book, and released an Album "Beneath" with Recording artist Ruinarte. And he’s working on a collaboration with the artist Atom St. George, who also lives with MS.

Follow Robbie on Facebook and Instagram. Content warning: some posts on these pages discuss suicidal thoughts

Emotional support

Please remember if you need emotional support, our MS Helpline is available on 0808 800 8000 or email [email protected]. We’re here Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm except bank holidays. You can also can call Samaritans 24 hours a day from any phone, on 116 123