Recovery Stories: Samuel Jackson
Before his iconic, swaggering role in 1994’s Pulp Fiction, Samuel Jackson was a 44-year-old stage actor in New York. Well-known within local theater circles, Jackson took on significant roles in August Wilson’s plays, though none reached Broadway. Despite his early achievements, Jackson battled addiction to substances like alcohol and crack cocaine.Samuel Jackson’s story begins on […]
How Jay from “Jay & Silent Bob” Found Sobriety
Jason Mewes, known for his iconic role as Jay from Jay and Silent Bob, has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. Following a relapse in 2010, the actor teamed up with his longtime collaborator Kevin Smith to launch a podcast titled Jay and Silent Bob Get Old. On the podcast, the duo shares insights […]
Patriots WR Josh Gordon Takes a Step Back from Football
In a statement posted to Twitter this morning, Patriots wide receiver Josh Gordon announced he would be stepping away from football to focus on his mental health.”I take my mental health very seriously at this point to ensure I remain able to perform at the highest level,” Gordon wrote. “Recently, I’ve felt I could gain […]
Recovery Journey: Darryl Strawberry’s Story
Throughout his 17-year career spanning the 1980s and 1990s, baseball icon Darryl Strawberry earned the title of Rookie of the Year, made eight All-Star appearances, and ranked in the top ten for MVP voting four times. He is also a four-time World Series champion and was inducted into the New York Mets Hall of Fame.Despite […]
Daniel Radcliffe’s Recovery Journey
When most people think of Harry Potter, they don’t associate the character with alcoholism, yet that was the reality for Daniel Radcliffe, the actor behind the beloved role in one of the most successful fantasy franchises ever. Radcliffe’s journey as a young child star exposed him to a high-profile lifestyle that could have led to […]
Bradley Cooper Draws from His Own Battle with Addiction in “A Star Is Born”
Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut, A Star is Born, delivers a compelling experience on multiple levels. The performances are raw and authentic, the cinematography captures both the intimacy of personal moments and the energy of live performances, and the original soundtrack, featuring songs co-written by Lady Gaga and Cooper, has made waves on the Billboard charts.While […]
Angelina Jolie: A Story of Recovery
Angelina Jolie, a renowned actress and humanitarian, has a complex history of addiction. Born in California in 1975 to actor Jon Voight and actress Marcheline Bertrand, Jolie embarked on her acting career early, starting with short films and television appearances before achieving notable roles in feature films like the 1995 cult classic “Hackers.” While she […]
Famous Individuals Who Have Experienced Drug Overdoses
Celebrities Who Have Survived Overdose Demi Lovato On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, Demi Lovato was hospitalized after an apparent opioid overdose. Following treatment with Narcan, an overdose reversal medication, her condition got stable, and awake and responsive. Demi’s struggles with mental health, addiction, and eating disorders have been well-documented throughout her life. Despite her significant […]