Life is hard sometimes… and sometimes we’re the ones who make it hard on ourselves. We all do it from time to time. What separates the men from the boys is how we deal with stuff once it becomes an issue.
Joaquin Phoenix (as had been rumoured for a while now) had gotten himself into a drinking problem, and after watching his brother, River Phoenix die from his addiction problems, Joaquin has decided to take control and do something about it. The good folks over at CNN give us this:
Actor Joaquin Phoenix has checked into an undisclosed rehabilitation facility for treatment of alcoholism, his publicist said on Tuesday.
“He was uncomfortable with the way that he was living his life and found the courage to deal with the disease,” said a statement from publicist Susan Patricola. Phoenix checked himself into rehab two weeks ago.
Good for him. All you have to do is look at a situation like Tom Siezmore to realize how out of control things can get.
Those of us who talk about movies and celebrities often focus on the scandals… I thought I’d just draw attention to a guy who quietly made a good decision for himself. Good on ya Joaquin… and good luck.
