Substance Abuse

JASON RUSSELL MAY HAVE WORSE PROBLEMS THAN SUBSTANCE ABUSE: SCHIZOPHRENIA

We still haven’t recovered from Jason Russell’s wife’s incredibly inane explanation for her husband’s bizarre behavior. The sudden viral success of Russell’s mini-documentary on monstrous war criminal Joseph Kony has brought him notoriety and admiration. Instead of reveling in the spotlight, Russell was found in the streets of San Diego behaving like a madman – talking and shouting to people who weren’t there, running around and pounding the sidewalk, stripping off his clothes and masturbating in public. He was hauled off to a mental hospital and his wife was offended at the suggestion that he was drunk or on drugs. She insists that his naked meltdown was not substance abuse, but “dehydration and exhaustion.” (So instead of have a glass of water and a nap, he flipped out?) His wife should only HOPE that Jason abused drugs because he exhibited all the symptoms of schizophrenia. And THAT’S a scary diagnosis.

By Janet / March 18, 2012

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MICHAEL MADSEN: THIS IS WHAT SUBSTANCE ABUSE CAN DO TO YOU

We recall the first time we saw Michael Madsen in the early 90’s in “Thelma & Louise” – he was spectacular as an Elvis-lookalike tough guy with a heart of gold. He went on to do movies like “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill” plus the fabulous “Species” series. What happened? This week he was arrested after a confrontation with his teenage son where he took away the kid’s marijuana. He was described by police as “intoxicated.” Madson has had other embarrassing incidents involving substance abuse over the past few years. But this mug shot startled us – it rivals Nick Nolte’s. Michael Madsen is blonde? – apparently he’s Scandinavian and his sister Virginia Madsen is blonde too. Little did we know….

By Janet / March 11, 2012

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HEATHER LOCKLEAR HOSPITALIZED: NICE GIRLS HAVE PROBLEMS TOO

Poor Heather Locklear. Anxiety and depression seem to be ruling her life for the past few years. Her frightened sister just called 911 because Heather, 50, had mixed alcohol and prescription drugs and she was taken to the hospital. In 2008, Heather had a suicide scare and checked into a medical facility in Arizona for 30 days to treat her “anxiety and depression,” although it seems apparent that substance abuse was involved. She had a several DUI situations after that and she and her fiancee Jack Wagner split up a few months ago. She and her exhusband Richie Sambora share custody of their teenage daughter Ava, pictured above.

By Janet / January 12, 2012

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DINA LOHAN REVEALED HER AWFUL SELF TO MATT LAUER

Dina Lohan’s startling interview with Matt Lauer on The Today Show was more revealing than she ever imagined. Matt approached the subject of Lindsay’s substance problems with concern, but Dina’s attitude was hostile and dismissive from the get-go. When Matt pointed out that Lindsay had been in rehab FOUR times, Dina insisted it was TWO times, but he documented each of Lindsay’s visits. Dina couldn’t admit she was wrong and went on to deny that her daughter had serious drug issues and blamed everyone – including the judge – for Lindsay’s dilemma. Her chilling denial made the viewer feel even sorrier for the pathetic Lindsay. You got the distinct feeling that Dina would much rather talk about HERSELF than her daughter.

By Janet / August 14, 2010

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HEATHER LOCKLEAR TAKES BAD PHOTOS TOO

We were startled by this unflattering photo (left) just taken of Heather Locklear – ESPECIALLY when compared to the one on the right from March. No, we don’t think she aged overnight – everybody takes a bad photo now and then. Heather, 48, always bounces back. The past few years have been difficult for the Melrose Place actress – she’s had depression and substance abuse problems and she’s checked herself into rehab several times – the last session completed July 3. But Hollywood loves her and she’ll always have opportunities.

By Janet / August 5, 2010

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Aerosmith Steven Tyler Substance Abuse

DOES STEVEN TYLER HAVE SOMETHING TO TELL US?

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We’ve been told to expect a big announcement of some kind from the Aerosmith camp tomorrow. Let’s see – it can’t be that Steven Tyler is leaving the band because he already denied that. What could it be? Someone pointed out that Steven’s girlfriend Erin Brady is NOT well liked by the Tyler family or band members. And it’s not simply because she wears a fur coat, it’s because the band blames her for Steven’s probable fall off the wagon. He’s rumored to be down to 112 pounds.

By Janet / November 11, 2009

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IS STEVEN TYLER LIVIN’ ON THE EDGE AGAIN?

Aerosmith is in a shambles, what with Joe Perry telling the Las Vegas Sun that Steven Tyler quit the band, and Steven Tyler denying it. What IS going on with these guys? According to Roger Friedman at the Hollywood Reporter, the band can’t agree on who should manage them. But the real complication seems to be Steven’s intrusive girlfriend, Erin Brady (who has been compared to Courtney Love.) She thinks Steven, at 61, could be the hottest solo artist of all time. Friedman also suggests that Steven, who was on the wagon for years, has been partying a bit too heavily with 35 year old billionaire Justin Murdock. Maybe drugs are on the menu again. Can this band be saved?

By Janet / November 10, 2009

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LINDSAY LOHAN STILL HAS PLENTY OF SECRETS

Lindsay Lohan may be “out” with her relationship with Sam Ronson, but she’s still in the closet with her substance abuse. Sam was spinning for a lesbian party at the Roxy last Thursday and Lindsay was a huge hit with the gay girls. Many admirers wanted to send her drinks but she told them “I don’t drink, thank you.” At the same time she was sneakily drinking the vodka and red bulls that friends at her table ordered. Lindsay wouldn’t use the public bathroom so the Roxy allowed her to use a backstage band bathroom. A witness says she ran back and forth to her private bathroom all night – at least once every half hour. “It was obvious she wasn’t touching up her makeup.”

By hoodlum / September 25, 2008

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PAT O'BRIEN COULDN'T KEEP HIS MOUTH SHUT

Pat O’Brien had plenty of chances to do the right thing and keep his job at The Insider but his astonishing ego and arrogance (perhaps fueled by substance abuse) got the best of him. He should have lost his job a few years ago when those sexually graphic voicemails surfaced. We don’t believe for a minute that this was an “amicable” parting. That email he sent to coworkers complaining about the host who replaced him, Lara Spencer, and her fashion commentary HAD to be written by a man under the influence. We’re betting he’ll check right back into rehab (for the third time in 3 years.) But this time The Insider won’t be paying for it.

By hoodlum / September 19, 2008

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BILLY IDOL IS STILL PERFORMING AND STILL GETTING HIGH

Camp Freddy at the Roxy was rockin’ Saturday night like it was 1985, thanks to Billy Idol. And like yesteryear, Billy was LOADED. According to an observer, Billy was walking unsteadily, his eyes were half shut, and he was slurring his words. At one point he failed to recognize an old friend he had known for years. And this was BEFORE he performed! Surprisingly, once Billy hit the stage in his leather pants he put on a great show. “He sang four or five of his hits like “Rebel Yell” and “White Wedding” and sounded GREAT!” At one point he narrowly missed falling off the stage, but he had the audience on their feet screaming.” Billy’s son Willem used to follow him to gigs to make sure he didn’t overindulge, but Willem is 20 now and playing in his own band. Maybe Billy should check into Celebrity Rehab.

By hoodlum / June 2, 2008

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