Colin Fry: “The People’s Medium”
Colin Fry, widely known as “The People’s Medium,” was a celebrated spiritualist and psychic medium whose career spanned over three decades. Born on May 19, 1962, in Haywards Heath, Sussex, Colin was known for his ability to provide comfort and inspiration to his audiences through mediumship, connecting them with deceased loved ones. His calm demeanor, coupled with his emotional and insightful style, allowed him to become one of Britain’s most prominent mediums. Colin passed away from lung cancer on August 25, 2015, but his impact on the spiritual world endures through his numerous television appearances & books.
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Early Life and Psychic Abilities
Colin Fry’s psychic abilities first manifested at the tender age of four, when he informed his grandfather that his mother had “died and gone to heaven.” The following day, a telegram arrived confirming her passing Colin realized that what others could not see or feel was his reality, and by 17, he was already demonstrating his mediumship abilities at local spiritualist churches.
Career and Breakthrough
After a brief career in sales, Colin began offering psychic readings and performing live demonstrations in theaters across the UK. His big break came in 2002 with his TV show 6ixth Sense, where he connected audience members with their deceased relatives and friends. This show aired on UKTV, catapulted him to national fame and opened doors to further television projects, such as Psychic Private Eyes with Tony Stockwell, and appearances on Most Haunted.
Beyond the UK, Colin starred in international TV series, including The Happy Medium in New Zealand and Den Andre Siden [The Other Side] in Norway, further solidifying his global reach.
Books and Teachings
Throughout his career, Colin Fry published several best-selling books about psychic abilities, mediumship, and spirituality. His 2012 autobiography, The Happy Medium, provided an insightful look into his personal life and the challenges he faced professionally and emotionally. He also authored Inspired of Spirit, a book that contains trance teachings from one of his spirit guides, Magnus. This book delved into topics ranging from the afterlife to modern-day issues like euthanasia and animal welfare, all through Magnus’s spiritual lens.
Colin’s books, known for their accessible writing and profound messages, continue to inspire both new and seasoned followers of psychic and spiritual teachings.
Mediumship Style and Legacy
Colin Fry primarily used clairsentience, the ability to sense thoughts and emotions, to communicate with spirits, although he was also skilled in clairvoyance (sight) and clairaudience (hearing). His mediumship style was distinct for its emotional depth, often using feelings and emotions to convey messages from the other side. His ability to articulate these messages in a warm, down-to-earth manner won the hearts of his audiences. He once said, “I like to tell them about the fact that life is an eternal process… you cannot die.”
Despite the skepticism surrounding mediums, Colin remained steadfast in defending his profession, believing his work was genuine and deeply spiritual. He often emphasized that while some might doubt the reality of mediumship, his primary goal was to bring comfort and healing to those in grief.
Personal Life and Final Years
Colin Fry was open about the personal challenges he faced, including a stroke in his late 20s, financial difficulties, and his struggle to come out as gay in a 22-year relationship. In 2006, he entered into a civil partnership with his partner, Mikey. Colin was also deeply affected by the loss of his adopted brother, whom he cared for during his terminal illness.
In April 2015, Colin was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer, but he remained resilient, continuing to tour and perform until his final months. In his last interviews, he expressed peace with the idea of death, stating, “I have absolutely no problem whatsoever with the idea that a time is going to come when I’m going to put this body aside.”
Conclusion
Colin Fry’s life and career were defined by his ability to provide hope and comfort to countless people. His unique talent for connecting with the spirit world, along with his authentic and compassionate approach, ensured his place as one of the most respected mediums in Britain. Through his television shows, books, and live performances, Colin Fry helped many come to terms with the reality of life after death, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to resonate in the world of mediumship.
As his spirit guide Magnus once said, “Treat all life with honor, all life with dignity, and all life with unconditional love“—a mantra Colin Fry lived by until his final moments.
