Hollywood is certainly a desert oasis for artists and their craft. It is a stomping ground for famous faces and their lavish lifestyles adorned with the decadence of fortune well spent. And as one would imagine, with quick, massive fame comes an anxiety that can drive these superstars to drugs and alcohol. For many, the names that have gone to rehab for these problems can be surprising.
The result of fame isn't always one centered in completeyl self-indulgence but for some it's a reason to take on a new identity. This new identity may include an excessive consumption of substances, which eventually lead to a long and winding road of rehabilitation.
Some stars, like of Lindsay Lohan and Charlie Sheen, are among the elite who have entered rehabs for addiction and self-harm. While some may be able to see physically the toll it has taken on certain pop icons (a mugshot of Charlie Sheen exposed the crazier side to the movie star) others aren't so easy to peg.
So thanks to the good people at Interesticle, here are 3 celebrities we found shocking that have gone to rehab.
Daniel Radcliffe
The actor famous for portraying the Wizard of Hogwart's is nothing like his on-screen character. Actually, It turns out that Mr. Potter turned to alcohol as a coping mechanism to the stress and demands of being a high-profile celebrity.
Radcliffe admits that he became a 'party focused guy' and that his being intoxicated during the filming of the latter installments of 'Harry Potter' were becoming increasingly noticeable. He admitted to have been under the influence for major parts of the filming the screen adaptation. Radcliffe ultimately went into rehab to sober up and has been on course with Broadway performances and other supporting roles in several major films.
Jonathan Rhys Meyers
The 'City of Bones' actor is another talented star that was forced to conquer his bouts with alcohol abuse. Meyers' alcohol problem became such a problem that he would begin drinking as early as 10 am. One of the turning points that drove the actor to check into rehab was when he removed from a flight due to too much alcohol consumption.
In short, he was wasted on a flight. Mr. Dracula may have had a sip too much of vodka and slurred his speech, which also had him yelling out racially-charged comments. He was in rehab 6 times before finally cleaning up his act in 2011.
Ben Affleck
Ben Affleck is certainly a well-to-do superstar and has even developed a pleasant persona in the eyes of the public with role in Good Will Hunting. After the film's release, he was reckoned to be one of the most sought after bachelors and ended up dating Jennifer Lopez. Affleck's stint in the limelight, however, caused him to drink excessively.
His career took a downturn when his alcoholism became a factor on set. It became so excessive that he checked into a rehab facility at 28 years old to kick the habit. Afterwards, he landed great projects and even won an Oscar for his work on Argo. He is also highly anticipated in the upcoming film Batman vs Superman.
It's a tragedy for fame and fortune to drive hardworking talents to drugs and alcohol but overcoming addiction is a triumph that should be rewarded.
