But some viewers thought it was appropriate to question his tears.
Some joked, one person decided to comment: "Cam is damaged goods. He will be hard work in the real world."
Now Jules is speaking up.
In an emotional message, she wrote:
"It’s ok to not be ok..."
"I’m absolutely saddened and angry at all the trolling done tonight regarding my husband showing his emotions."
" Honestly I truly believe that it is a sign of strength in a man to be able to cry.And the world needs to be educated."
She went on, "Suicide is the leading cause of death for young men and I passionately believe it’s because they bottle everything up!!!! Cam cried. Because he cares, it wasn’t just the experiment ,my husband mentors young kids regarding mental health and he had some very VERY sad news."
" It was a build up of so Many things."
She concluded, "I'm proud of my husband. It’s ok for men to cry. Especially when it’s a selfless act !!"
If you or someone you know needs help, contact: beyondblue 1300 224 636 or beyondblue.org.au; SuicideLine 1300 651 251; MensLine 1300 789 978; Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au.