John Travolta -- Conaway 'Was a Wonderful Man'

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John Travolta has released a statement on the passing of his former "Grease" co-star Jeff Conaway -- saying he was a "wonderful and decent man and we will miss him."

Travolta adds, "My heartfelt thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this very difficult time.”

As we previously reported, Conaway passed away this morning.

'Grease' Star Jeff Conaway -- Dead at 60

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"Grease" star Jeff Conaway has died today ... several weeks after he was found unconscious in his L.A. area home ... TMZ has confirmed with the actor's family.

Conaway -- a notorious substance abuser -- had reportedly fallen into a coma after suffering an overdose earlier this month ... and doctors were not able to revive him.

Jeff's inner struggles became public when he appeared on "Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew" in 2008 and admitted to being addicted to cocaine, alcohol and painkillers.

Conaway -- who played Kenickie during the 1978 film "Grease" -- was 60 years old.

Gary Busey's Son: 'I'm Heading to Rehab'

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"Starship Troopers" actor Jake Busey tells TMZ ... he plans to check himself in to a rehab facility for substance abuse issues next week after being hospitalized for alcohol poisoning.

Gary's 39-year-old son was on the boardwalk in Venice Beach yesterday ... when he explained how he woke up in an L.A. hospital this week after having "a little too much fun" with booze.

Jake says he's determined to get himself on a "straight path to clean living" -- and will take rehab seriously ... though he did not specify where or how long he will be seeking treatment.

'Grease' Star's Ex -- I Will Fight Restraining Order!

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Jeff Conaway's on-again, off-again girlfriend Vikki Lizzi believes the actors' family had NO RIGHT to ban her from visiting Jeff in the hospital after he fell into a coma earlier this month ... and now she's begging a judge to rip up the restraining order.

Vikki's best friend, Aubry Fisher, tells us the family members who blocked Vikki on Jeff's behalf last week don't have his best interests in mind because they refused to help him conquer his addictions in the past.

Conaway has been in a comatose state for weeks -- after he reportedly overdosed in his L.A. area home earlier this month.

Aubry says Vikki's lawyers are going to court today to try and lift the restraining order so that she can be by Jeff's side, adding, "Vikki just wants to take care of him, she would never hurt him in any way."

De La Hoya Cocaine Use Triggered Marital Infidelity

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Oscar De La Hoya began drinking and using cocaine, which then caused him to have infidelity problems in his marriage ... sources connected with the former boxing champ tell TMZ.

We broke the story ... Oscar voluntarily checked himself into a treatment facility in California for substance abuse issues a few weeks ago.

Oscar has told friends he does not believe he hit bottom, but checked himself into rehab before things got totally out of control.

As one source put it ... Oscar has had fidelity issues and it seems to correlate with substance abuse ... and that's a matter he's dealing with in rehab.

Oscar De La Hoya 'I Have My Flaws'

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Oscar De La Hoya checked himself into rehab voluntarily and tells TMZ he feels he will come out "a stronger, healthier person."

As TMZ first reported, De La Hoya entered a rehab facility in California sometime within the last few weeks. We're told De La Hoya is seeking help for substance abuse issues. A source close to the boxing legend tells us he has "voluntarily commenced proactive treatment to address certain health and personal issues."

De La Hoya issued a statement to TMZ that reads, "After doing an honest evaluation of myself, I recognize that there are certain issues that I need to work on. Like everyone, I have my flaws, and I do not want to be one of those people that is afraid to admit and address those flaws.

"Throughout my career and my life, I have always met all challenges head-on, and this is no different. I am confident that with the support of my family and friends, I will become a stronger, healthier person.

"I ask for respect and privacy as my family and I go through this process."

Oscar De La Hoya In Rehab

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Boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya has entered rehab ... TMZ has learned.

We're told De La Hoya is seeking treatment for a substance abuse problem and checked into a California-area facility within the last few weeks.

De La Hoya has posted a flurry of very introspective tweets in the past few days, including, "Take a deep breathe and let out all that anger that makes you hate. it really is going to be o.k." and "Stop finding excuses not to live. life is controlled by what you make of it and not of what it makes of you."

De La Hoya retired back in 2009. He had a career record of 39-6, held several championship belts, and won an Olympic Gold Medal back in 1992.

'Celeb Rehab' Star Back In The Slammer

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"Celebrity Rehab" star Frankie Lons -- the mother of singer Keyshia Cole -- is back in jail this morning ... after cops say they found her in possession of "drug-related material" ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement tells us ... cops stopped Frankie for a routine traffic violation yesterday when they noticed an active warrant out for her arrest stemming from a probation violation.

We're told cops then performed a search -- and found "drug-related material" on her person.

Lons was arrested and transported to a nearby jail -- where she was booked for the probation violation and misdemeanor possession of drug-related material.

This morning, Lons is still in custody.

Guns N' Roses Drummer -- Re-Inking the Situation

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Ex-Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler was in the mood for even more self-improvement after a successful stint in "Celebrity Rehab" -- stopping by an L.A. tat shop on Tuesday to retouch some old ink.

Our tattoo sources tell TMZ, Adler popped in to T-Man Tattoo with his band to refresh his G'N'R tattoo -- and former UFC champ Chuck Liddell even made a cameo appearance.

So fresh and so clean clean.

Demi Lovato I Began Cutting Myself At Age 11

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Demi Lovato has admitted that she was a "cutter" -- and began self-mutilating her wrists at age 11.

Lovato opened up to "20/20" about her recent stint in a treatment center -- where she was treated for cutting, bulimia and other emotional issues.

18-year-old Lovato said the cutting was, "A way of expressing my own shame, of myself, on my own body."

She adds, "I was matching the inside to the outside. And there were some times where my emotions were just so built up, I didn't know what to do. The only way that I could get instant gratification was through an immediate release on myself."

During the interview, Lovato also says she takes "100 percent, full responsibility" for attacking her back-up dancer Alex Welch last year ... saying, "I feel horrible, [She] was my friend."

Lovato says she hopes her story can "open up the eyes of so many young girls" who are fighting the same issues.

Seann William Scott I'm Out of Rehab!

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After completing a 30-day stint in a treatment facility -- "American Pie" star Seann William Scott was back out in public last night ... taking in a Knicks basketball game in NYC.

Seann had voluntarily sought treatment for "health and personal issues" back in March -- and today a source connected with the actor tells us, "He completed the 30 days successfully ... he's doing great."

Reps for Seann confirm he will begin shooting for "American Pie 4" next month.

Jason Davis Pleads Not Guilty in Heroin Case

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Jason "Gummi Bear" Davis -- grandson of oil mogul Marvin Davis -- pled not guilty to felony heroin possession this morning in connection with his arrest back in January.

Davis appeared in an Orange County courtroom this morning -- where he also pled not guilty to two lesser drug charges.

As TMZ first reported, the "Celebrity Rehab" star was popped in Newport Beach, CA and cops believe he was high on a "central nervous system stimulant (prescription meds) and narcotic analgesic (painkillers) at the time of his arrest.

If convicted, Davis could face up to 3 years behind bars.

Seann William Scott Enters Treatment Facility

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Seann William Scott -- the actor who famously played Stifler in the "American Pie" movies" -- has checked himself in to a treatment center for "health and personal issues."

The actor's rep has released a statement saying, "Seann William Scott has voluntarily admitted himself for proactive treatment to address health and personal issues."

The rep continues, "He appreciates the support of his many fans at this time."

So far, the nature of Scott's issues are unclear.

Tareq Salahi -- 'Rehab' ILLEGALLY Fired My Wife

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Alleged White House crasher Tareq Salahi is hinting that he may SUE "Celebrity Rehab" ... claiming the show illegally fired his wife because of her "health condition."

It's unclear what "condition" Tareq is referring to -- but Michaele has said in the past that she suffers from multiple sclerosis.

Tareq and his lawyers have issued a statement saying, "[Michaele] was fired due to her health condition which is a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act."

Team Salahi says they will announce more details about their gripe later today.

Earlier this week, Tareq told reporters that his wife's only addiction was "chocolate" -- leaving many wondering why she was even on the show in the first place.

911 Call for Bai Ling At 'Celebrity Rehab'

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Bai Ling's mysterious trip to the roof of Dr. Drew's recovery center led to a 911 call to the facility this evening ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell us the call came in to Pasadena PD around 5:30PM ... Bai Ling was on the roof and there was concern for her safety.

Bai Ling is on the new season of "Celebrity Rehab" ... which, coincidentally, is just starting to shoot.

Before officers could respond ... we're told Bai came in from the roof -- and since there were medical professionals there to handle the situation there was no need for the police.

As for whether Bai was in danger -- multiple sources at the center tell us they were unaware of any emergency.

'Celeb Rehab' Rocker Mike Starr Dead

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Former Alice in Chains bassist Mike Starr died in Utah ... TMZ has learned.

Starr appeared on the third season of "Celebrity Rehab" back in 2009 -- and was arrested last month for felony possession of a controlled substance. Salt Lake City cops say he had 6 Xanax pills and 6 Opana (painkiller) pills when he was busted.

Starr was 44 years old.

Mike's dad tells TMZ, "It's a terrible shock and tragedy."

UPDATE: Police tell us Starr's body was found in a Salt Lake City home today. Cops say they were called to the house at 1:42PM.

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