Heather Locklear Seeking Treatment for Depression
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Television,
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it once again: poor Ava Sambora.
Just this past April, Ava’s father, Richie Sambora, received three years probation after a DUI incident a few months ago. Now the girl’s mother, Heather Locklear, is currently away in Arizona getting help for several issues.
The actress’ rep confirmed the news in a statement released today. “Heather has been dealing with anxiety and depression. She requested an in-depth evaluation of her medication and entered into a medical facility for proper diagnosis and treatment.”
This announcement coincidentally comes not too long after paramedics visited the Melrose Place star’s home. Back in March, an acquaintance of Locklear’s - who was not in her residence at the time - believed the star might be suicidal and requested 911 assistance. (Heather later claimed that her friend simply overreacted.)
Well, regardless of whether she needed it then, we really hope that Locklear is getting the help she needs now.
People
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Patrick Swayze’s Health Update
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Movies, Photos,
Those familiar with Patrick Swayze‘s health situation were all pleased to see the actor out in public this past weekend. The Dirty Dancing star, who revealed earlier this year that he had pancreatic cancer, attended a Lakers playoff game with his wife on Friday. Although it was hard not to notice Patrick’s obvious weight loss, the 55-year-old looked remarkably well.
In a statement given exclusively to People, Swayze says his treatment has allowed him to carry on with normal activities:
“Thought I’d give you guys a little update. Lisa and I have been back and forth from New Mexico enjoying the arrival of spring and new baby calves. This past weekend, we spent a fun time with friends in Reno for Lisa’s birthday, where I took her jewelry shopping at Kenny G & Company and (we) were able to find her something really special and much deserved! In the meantime, I am continuing treatment at Stanford and the great news is I continue to respond well.”
Huh. Wasn’t there a tabloid out there that said Swayze only had five weeks to live? You show ‘em, Patrick!
People
Rocker Steven Tyler Enters Rehab
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Music, Drugs,
Just a few weeks ago, we reported that Liv Tyler and husband Royston Langdon were filing for divorce. Now we’re hearing about more personal troubles for the Tyler family.
According to Us Magazine, musician Steven Tyler has checked into the Las Encinas Hospital drug rehabilitation clinic. (This is the same location Dr. Drew Pinsky works at.) As the long-time frontman for Aerosmith, this would not be the 60-year-old’s first stint in rehab. Reports are the singer is currently seeking help for another substance abuse problem.
Back in Sept 2006, Tyler also revealed that he been going through treatment for Hepatitis C, a condition that he had had for several years. This medical issue was happening around the time he and his wife, Teresa, were divorcing after 17 years of marriage.
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The Insider’s Pat O’Brien in Rehab
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Television, Drunk,
Apparently someone couldn’t handle another day of Danielynn coverage…
The Insider’s Pat O’Brien has once again become the focus of Hollywood news. The entertainment/tabloid show host just readmitted himself into rehab for alcohol abuse. This marks the second time in three years O’Brien has sought treatment for this problem.
Back in 2005, the 59-year-old hit rock bottom under very public circumstances. Sexually explicit voicemails he recorded while under the influence somehow found their way on to the internet. In an attempt to save face - and his job - O’Brien was forced to make a mea culpa on a primetime version of Dr. Phil.
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Kirsten Dunst in Rehab
Posted by Elaine Furst Categories: Movies, Meltdowns, Parties, Breaking News,
After several weeks of partying hard at the Sundance Film Festival and various venues in Los Angeles, Kirsten Dunst has become the latest Hollywood casualty to enter rehab.
Per People magazine, Dunst hasn’t been doing very well lately. “She’s been crying a lot lately. People were pushing her to go in there (rehab) but there never was an intervention.” Some friends believe that the death of Heath Ledger may have finally pushed her over the edge.
Dunst, 25, is being treated at the Cirque Lodge Treatment Center in Utah, the same facility where Lindsay Lohan spent two months and where Eva Mendes is currently checked in.
Jeez, at the rate Hollywood is going, there’ll be no one left to go to the Oscars.
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Eva Mendes Vacations in Rehab
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Movies,
Who says the writers’ strike doesn’t have its benefits? It’s allowing celebrities more time to check into rehab!
Eva Mendes, the star of the abysmally-awful Ghost Rider, has decided to make use of her time off work to put some things in order. (Un)fortunately for her, no one has noticed her absence— she’s been seeking ‘substance abuse’ treatment for several weeks!
Her rep confirmed the news to TMZ:
“Eva has been working hard for the past year and made a positive decision to take some much-needed time off to proactively attend to some personal issues that, while not critical, she felt deserved some outside professional support. Out of respect for Eva’s privacy, we do not wish to discuss further details.”
Eva, 33, is currently holed up at the Cirque Lodge in Utah. (Two points to those who immediately remembered Lindsay Lohan’s stay in that same facility.) The actress can next be seen this fall in the remake of The Women.
TMZ
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Seeks Hospital Treatment
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Television,
Normally Cedars-Sinai is the hotbed for celebrity activity, but this week it turns out UCLA’s Medical Center is the place to be.
We’re learning that Justin Chambers, Dr. Alex Karev on Grey’s Anatomy, self-admitted himself into that facility earlier this week. This would be the same location Britney Spears is currently in.
The actor, who was at Sunday’s SAG Awards, apparently checked into the hospital’s psych ward the very next day. His rep told TMZ that Chambers was “exhausted and suffers from a sleeping disorder. He went in voluntarily to get some help.” Fortunately, he left the hospital on Wednesday—just hours before before the Britney media onslaught began.
All I can say is….if I was a mother (or father) of five, a psych ward would be my second home.
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Britney’s ‘Mental Issues’ Being Treated
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Music, Meltdowns, Rumors,
Sam Lufti, the shady man who has somehow wormed his way into Britney Spears’ life, made a point of calling Barbara Walters this weekend to blab about his client. The pop star’s ‘manager’ for some reason felt it was necessary to update the newswoman on Spear’s current status. (Apparently Adnan Ghalib‘s tacky interviews on Entertainment Tonight and The Insider haven’t told us enough.)
So with permission, Walters shared a portion of her conversation with Lufti on today’s episode of The View. The veteran reporter - who was very careful in choosing her words - started off by saying that she “couldn’t vouch for the information”, but that he “seemed to be very knowledgeable” and “was very nice.” She then revealed that Britney (according to Lufti) is suffering from “mental issues which are treatable.” Spears has supposedly been to a psychiatrist and (Barbara assumes) is starting some kind of treatment. Sam claims the singer has been having mood swings and difficulty sleeping. And despite rumors to the contrary, Brit’s mother (Lynne Spears) has apparently been in contact with her daughter and has offered words of support.
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