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'I'm struggling and I need help': Jesinta Campbell reveals emotional moment fiance Buddy Franklin asked for help for his ongoing battle with mental health and epilepsy

By Laura Evans and Megan Pustetto For Daily Mail Australia

Published: 05:43 EST, 22 September 2015 | Updated: 01:20 EST, 23 September 2015

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Jesinta Campbell has revealed the emotional moment her fiance Lance `Buddy' Franklin asked for help for his ongoing battle with mental health and epilepsy.

Speaking in a panel discussion at The Women of the Future awards in Sydney on Tuesday night, the 24-year-old model said it has been a 'long struggle' for the football star.

Franklin didn't play the last of the Sydney Swans' AFL season due to his mental health problems.

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Speaking out: Jesinta Campbell bravely spoke about her fiance Lance 'Buddy' Franklin's ongoing mental health battle at Women Of The Future awards in Sydney on Tuesday night

Standing by her man: The 24-year-old former Miss Universe spoke about her proud she was of her sports star partner for opening up

'It's been a long struggle and it took a lot of courage and strength for him to be able to do what he's done,' she said.

'He's put his hand up and said "I'm struggling, I'm struggling and I need help and I'm getting help." I think that is a really important thing for not only men to do but also women.'

Jesinta's life has been put under the microscope since Franklin announced he was stepping away from the Swans amid his health problems, which was followed by subsequent rumours of an affair with a teammate's girlfriend.

The brunette beauty, who is also a host on travel show Getaway, said the last couple of weeks have taken a toll on her but she couldn't be more in love with her partner.

'I have fallen even more in love with him,' she said commenting on Franklin's brave decision to open up about his issues.

When asked how she has been coping with the fallout since Buddy's shock revelation a few weeks prior, resilient Jesinta admitted the past few weeks have been a 'struggle'.

Royal blue: Jesinta told the crowd that her fiance was getting better and commended his strength and bravery for opening up to the world

'It is important for me to be a pillar of strength for my fiance, so I am just trying to get through my day as best as I can': The clearly emotional star said of her partner's mental health battle

Happy: Strutting her stuff on the red carpet, the David Jones Ambassador was positively glowing as she happily posed for the obligatory media photographs, and was even seen laughing

'It is important for me to be a pillar of strength for my fiance, so I am just trying to get through my day as best as I can,' the clearly emotional star said.

'We take each day as it comes and the sun rose today and the sun set today and I woke up with a smile and there was a few tears in between, but I will go to bed with a smile on my face.'

Jesinta was in good company at the event which was held at the Art Gallery Of New South Wales in Sydney.

Sitting on the panel beside Peta Credlin and ABC journalist Annabel Crabb, Jesinta was also joined by a slew of recognisable faces, including TV hosts Kerri-Anne Kennerley, Sylvia Jeffreys, Lisa Wilkinson and burns survivor Turia Pitt.

'He's good': The Gold Coast born model said she's proud of him for 'putting his hand up'

In good company: Jesinta sat on the panel beside Peta Credlin, while a slew of recognisable faces, including Kerri-Anne Kennerley, Syvlia Jeffreys, Lisa Wilkinson, Turia Pitt, were in attendance

Striking: Wearing an unusual long dangling gold chain in just one ear, Jestina also flashed her huge diamond sparkler on her engagement finger, which sat alongside a collection of dainty gold bands

Jesinta also used the time to speak passionately about many of the issues women face today, including sexism, and poked fun at the way the modern woman can dress as she pleases.

She also hammered home the importance of nurturing young men, pointing to her own partner's recent admission as an example.

'I mean look what my fiance is going through at the moment, he's going to be a better partner for me for being vulnerable and standing up and saying that he's struggling with something.

'He's going to be a better father to my children,' she continued championing the importance of a male-focused charity called Top Blokes.

Fashionista: With her honey locks parted harshly into a middle part, the pageant pro slicked her tresses into a sleek low ponytail which sat at the nape of her neck

Beauty and brains: Jesinta is set to take the stage during the event to deliver a speech about the issues facing women, alongside co-judges Julie Bishop, Lisa Wilkinson and Leigh Sales

The model beauty looked dressed to impress for the evening soiree.

Putting any worries aside, Jesinta stunned in a stylish blue jumpsuit and matching blazer by Australian designer Dion Lee for the event which she was also called upon to be a guest speaker and judge.

Shifting the attention back to her physique, the Getaway host flaunted her enviable 1.78m frame in the two piece set, which her younger sister styled.

Fantastic four: The Women Of The Future, Helen McCabe, Jesinta, Peta Credlin and Annabel Crabb, posed on the photo wall

The halterneck jumpsuit featured a keyhole cut out which revealed a glimpse of her decolletage, as well as slits in the three quarter trousers.

However, Jesinta made sure not to bare too much skin, as she draped the matching blazer which featured a sheer black panel on the back, over her shoulders.

Strutting her stuff on the red carpet, the David Jones Ambassador glowed as she happily posed for the obligatory media photographs, and was even seen laughing as she courted the crowds.

Slick! Today Show's Sylvia Jeffreys and Lisa Wilkinson opted for chic casuals for the evening event

Tangerine dream! Burns survivor Turia Pitt showed off her style credentials in an orange jumpsuit

Lady in black! Celebrity Apprentice Australia star Kerri-Anne Kennerley opted for a flirty LBD

Jesinta accessorised her chic ensemble with a bright yellow Chanel bag and a pair of towering pink and yellow patent Christian Louboutin Heels.

Wearing a long dangling gold chain in just one ear, shealso flashed her huge diamond sparkler on her engagement finger, which sat alongside a collection of dainty gold bands.

Jesinta's striking beauty was evident as she graced the event with her usual dewy complexion.

With a powdering of bronzer to her already chiselled cheekbones and a slick of vampy chestnut coloured lipstick on her plump pout, Jesinta looked undeniably flawless.

With her honey locks parted harshly into a middle part, the pageant pro slicked her tresses into a sleek low ponytail which sat at the nape of her neck.

Yummy almost mummy! Pregnant Sarah Harris showed off her burgeoning baby bump

Style maven: Ita Buttrose looked cool in a black dress and blacer with a quilted handbag

Meanwhile, on Sunday, Jesinta took part in Blackmore's Sydney Running Festival - finishing a 9km run.

Taking to Instagram following the event across the Sydney Harbour Bridge and CBD, the former Miss Universe Australia shared a photo of herself in high spirits.

The model was originally supposed to run the half marathon at the running festival, but instead took part in the 9km run, saying earlier this week that she made the decision to change 'within the past week' as she was feeling unwell.

The media personality spoke with Confidential at the finish line about her Sydney Swans player fiancé Buddy.

Royal blue: Peta Credlin, the chief of staff to former prime minister Tony Abbott, rocked a navy frock

After suffering a seizure at a Bondi café earlier this month, reports revealed Buddy had been quietly suffering mental illness and mild epilepsy.

'He is great thank you,' she said about her partner. 'He's got the best support around him and we are so grateful to everyone that has reached out to us.

'He's getting the best help possible and he'll be back before we know it.'

Last week, the the former Miss Universe addressed the issue during a press conference, stating that, 'Rumours are called rumours for a reason'.

En pointe: Lucy Turnbull, the wife of Prime Minister Malcolm Turnball, showed off her style credentials once more in an chic black ensemble with silver accents

She also revealed that she is 'angry' about the accusations, adding she'd prefer people to focus on 'promoting things of substance.'

Addressing her beau's mental health battle, she said: 'Buddy is great, he's got best support around him and getting best help possible.'

'It's important to raise awareness for it [mental health], a lot of people in Australia suffer from it,' she added.