Elton John Says He Is Helping Eminem Kick Drugs

Posted on Jan 01, 2010 @ 02:56PM

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Elton John has been helping his rapper pal Eminem stay off drugs. "I've been helping Eminem over the last 18 months and he's doing brilliantly," the Rocket Man said in a BBC radio interview.

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Eminem went into drug rehab in 2005 and didn't return to the music business for three years. He later admitted to almost overdosing on methadone, and daily taking "anywhere between 10 to 20 Valium, Ambien; the numbers got so high I don't even know what I was taking."

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Elton has been sober for nearly 25 years and has frequently helped other celebs in recent years. "I'm there if they want my help," he said.

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Elton John should be an expert in drug addiction. He seems to be helping, I'm happy for the 2 of them.

by TheUltraworld
Posted Mon, 01/04/2010 - 11:07pm

Takes one to know one--drugs that is..........

by Barbie Doll
Posted Sun, 01/03/2010 - 10:42am

Guess it's not an anonymous program.

by MrsD
Posted Sat, 01/02/2010 - 8:29pm

Way to hang in there, Eminem. Thank you Elton for all you do.

by Holly81
Posted Sat, 01/02/2010 - 8:18pm

Elton John your a good guy to try and help him I am proud of you bought time some people care for each other.

by joannsies
Posted Sat, 01/02/2010 - 3:33pm

Good For Em. and Elton for helping him. Elton sure knows the drug stuff so what better person to help. Hope Em stays on the straight and narrow.

by Pixie
Posted Sat, 01/02/2010 - 2:32pm

Good for them! I'd love to see Eminem steer his career in a more possitive direction, especially because he has children of his own. He has a chance to make an amazing difference in the youngsters lives. Be inspiring Eminem! : )

by JENSPAL
Posted Sat, 01/02/2010 - 12:37pm