'Reading Rainbow' host says he's checking into hospital over mental health

Mychal Threets, the appointed host of Reading Rainbow for 2025, is entering a hospital to address his mental health. The 36-year-old has been open about his struggles with anxiety. Recently, Threets used TikTok to share footage of himself with a bouquet, praising the singer Doechii for creating a song about anxiety. He expressed that the music was necessary and commended the artist for delivering a meaningful piece of work during his personal challenges.