John Stamos reflects on the moment he knew he had to quit drinking and overcome his alcohol addiction.
John Stamos Opens Up About His Battle with Alcohol Addiction
In a candid interview, John Stamos shared his journey to sobriety and the turning point that made him realize he needed to make a change. The beloved “Full House” star revealed that he had been struggling with alcohol addiction for a long time.
In his upcoming memoir, titled “If You Would Have Told Me,” the 60-year-old actor reflects on the highs and lows he experienced on his path to sobriety. However, it was a DUI incident in 2015 that served as a wake-up call for Stamos, as reported by People magazine.
“I had to sober up. I was just drinking too much,” Stamos admitted. “I just went low. I didn’t go high. I just surrounded myself with people I shouldn’t have been with.”
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The DUI incident served as a wake-up call for Stamos. “I had that DUI and I was like, ‘I can’t do this. I’ve got to straighten up,'” he recalled. “That’s when I was confusing the universe because I’m not a bad person, but I was doing crappy things.”
Shortly after the DUI, Stamos made the brave decision to enter rehab, which he described as a dark period in his life. However, he found solace in the support of his loved ones and made many meaningful connections during his recovery.
“I had a lot waiting for me, and I feel bad because a lot of people don’t, because they burned their lives down,” Stamos shared. “Luckily, I had my sisters, but I also had ‘Fuller House.’ I got home and I think like a week later, we started ‘Fuller House.'”
The Netflix reboot of the beloved sitcom “Full House” began filming in 2016 and was a huge success. Stamos, along with original cast members like Candace Cameron Bure, Bob Saget, and Jodie Sweetin, delighted fans for four more years.
Stamos credits his wife of five years, Caitlin McHugh Stamos, and their 5-year-old son for being his pillars of support in his journey to sobriety.
“They have kept me on this path because going down the road of being sober and taking care of yourself, everybody tries,” Stamos explained. “Everybody does it. You could get going for a little while. Then, it’s like, ‘I can drink again.’ So it’s staying on the path is what they mostly do for me.”
Stamos’ memoir, “If You Would Have Told Me,” is set to be released on Tuesday, October 24.
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Stamos, who is known for his portrayal of Uncle Jesse in the hit sitcom “Full House,” admitted that his addiction began to take a toll on his personal and professional life. He revealed that his behavior had a negative impact on his relationships and even led to him being fired from a Broadway show in 2010 due to his substance abuse issues.
However, it was after the 2015 DUI incident that Stamos realized he needed to make a drastic change in order to save himself. He sought professional help and entered a rehab facility to begin his journey towards sobriety.
In his memoir, Stamos opens up about the challenges he faced during his recovery process. He shares the struggles of withdrawal and the emotional journey of confronting his demons. Stamos credits his family and close friends for their unwavering support throughout his journey.
Since getting sober, Stamos has been an advocate for addiction recovery and has used his platform to raise awareness about the importance of seeking help. He hopes that by sharing his own story, he can inspire others who may be battling similar issues to take the necessary steps towards recovery.
Stamos’ memoir, “If You Would Have Told Me,” is set to be released in early 2022. Through this book, he hopes to shed light on the reality of addiction and the road to recovery, while also offering hope to those in similar situations.
Stamos’ candidness about his battle with alcohol addiction serves as a reminder that addiction can affect anyone, regardless of their fame or success. It highlights the importance of addressing addiction as a medical condition that requires empathy, understanding, and support.
This interview and memoir come as Stamos mourns the loss of his co-star, Bob Saget, who tragically passed away recently. In the wake of Saget’s death, Stamos and the rest of the “Full House” cast released a statement expressing their grief and remembering their beloved friend and colleague.
John Stamos’ willingness to open up about his struggles and share his journey with the public is not only admirable but also a powerful reminder of the strength it takes to confront addiction. His story serves as an inspiration for others who may be facing similar battles, and his advocacy for addiction recovery is commendable.
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