Actor reveals struggle with addiction
Stamos shares his darkest moments
Famous actor John Stamos, best known for his role as Jesse Katsopolis on “Full House,” has recently opened up about his battle with alcohol abuse. In a candid interview with People magazine, Stamos revealed the extent of his addiction and the impact it had on his life.
Stamos admitted that after he received a DUI, he turned to alcohol to cope with the pain. “When I did get the DUI… I came home from the hospital that night, I sat down, I drank a bottle of wine just to forget what just happened,” he said. “And I never sobered up.” He went on to explain that alcohol became a crutch for him, allowing him to avoid facing the truth.
A downward spiral
The actor’s addiction reached a low point when he traveled to Canada to film a movie. Stamos confessed that he was “kind of just loosely buzzed through the shooting of that movie” because he was constantly under the influence. He even admitted to having no memory of filming the comedy due to being “liquored up” the entire time.
Stamos described this period as his rock bottom. He numbed himself for weeks after the movie shoot, but eventually, his family intervened and convinced him to seek help. In July 2015, he checked into rehab.
Confronting the truth
Rehab was not an easy experience for Stamos. He expressed his hatred for the way he felt, the disappointment he caused others, and the embarrassment he felt about losing control of his life. “I had everything growing up. I had a beautiful childhood. I had no excuse to f— my life up. And I did, and it made me sick,” he admitted.
In his memoir, “If You Would Have Told Me,” Stamos bared his soul, sharing the full extent of his struggles with alcohol abuse. During the promotion of his book, he revealed that at one point, he didn’t care if he lived or died. He referred to his “Peter Pan syndrome” and his belief that he had already experienced everything life had to offer. However, he realized that he still had so much left to do.
A new chapter
Stamos has since sought help and is on a path to recovery. He hopes that by sharing his story, he can inspire others who may be facing similar challenges. The actor has starred in various TV shows and movies throughout his career, but his current battle with addiction has given him a new perspective on life.
John Stamos’ journey serves as a reminder that even those who seem to have it all can struggle with demons behind closed doors. His honesty and vulnerability are a testament to the strength it takes to confront addiction and seek help.