There are many stories of famous alcoholics and historical figures who drank to excess. It certainly appears the ‘average Joe’ (like you and me) can become obsessed with the stories of famous alcoholics. But what makes a celebrity drinker so interesting? Whether it is relating to stories of celebrity recovery or being surprised that someone...
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Celebrity Addiction Series: Darryl Strawberry
In this edition of our Celebrity Addiction Series, our focus is on former MLB slugger Darryl Strawberry. Through all of his talent and booming home runs, Strawberry consistently fought a strong addiction to drugs and alcohol. Darryl Strawberry At 6’6”, Strawberry was a power-hitting lefty who hit 335 career home runs and drove in 1,000...
Scott Disick Enters Treatment for Alcohol and Substance Abuse
With the reports of Lamar Odom being hospitalized from a drug overdose in Nevada, Scott Disick has elected to seek treatment at a rehab center in Malibu, CA, per US Weekly. The reality TV star has been seen in local grocery stores after checking in the center to receive help for alcohol and substance abuse...
Celebrity Addiction Series: Lamar Odom
Continuing our awareness series on celebrities who have either overcome an addiction or are currently fighting one, The Discovery House takes a look at former NBA star Lamar Odom. Lamar Odom Odom’s NBA career began as the fourth overall pick in the 1999 NBA draft by the Los Angeles Clippers. At 6’10”, his unique ability...
New York Yankees’ star pitcher CC Sabathia reportedly Checking into Alcohol Rehab
To a surprise, starting pitcher CC Sabathia will not be available for the playoffs due to checking himself into an alcohol rehab center, he announced Monday. The 2007 AL Cy Young Award winner and six-time All-Star endured the worst season of his career in 2015, going 6-10 in 29 starts, with a 4.73 ERA and giving...