Brooke Mueller BACK IN REHAB
Charlie Sheen's ex-wife Brooke Mueller has once again checked herself into rehab for substance abuse -- sources close to Brooke tell TMZ.
According to sources, Brooke entered the undisclosed in-patient treatment facility a few weeks ago, following a puzzling visit to Charlie.
A source close to Charlie tells TMZ, Brooke recently came to his L.A. home and seemed out of it -- so much so Charlie felt she needed to be checked out by an addiction specialist.
We're told Brooke left before Charlie had a chance to get her examined by a professional. Brooke then decided to seek out substance abuse treatment on her own -- it's unclear why.
Brooke previously entered rehab earlier this year following her December cocaine arrest in Aspen.
Brooke is currently on probation from that case -- and as part of her plea deal, she's required to submit to random urine tests. A dirty test could put her in jail.
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Demi Lovato Nightclub Promoters Lured Me with Free Drugs
Rehabbed Disney queen Demi Lovato says ... she was often seduced into going into fancy nightclubs and high profile restaurants because promoters gave her free drugs and booze.
Lovato finally opened up about her dangerous partying habits to U.K.'s "Fabulous" magazine ... strongly suggesting she was using drugs before entering rehab in 2010.
Lovato never admits to using a specific drug ... but when asked about the rumors of her cocaine use she replied, "I would come off stage in front of 18,000 people and suddenly be alone in a hotel room. I'd come crashing down and would try to find a way to recreate that feeling, to stay 'up'."
The 19-year-old also says it was easy to get her hands on illegal substances ... saying, "Promoters gave me drugs and alcohol in restaurants or clubs. They wanted me to come back so I would be seen there. They were basically kissing my ass."
"I thought they were my friends. I thought I was having fun."
Lovato completed treatment for bulimia, depression and self-mutilation in 2011 ... and says she now understands how lucky she is to have survived her darkest period.
"Being a celebrity can be dangerous. Nobody says 'no'. That's why so many end up overdosing and dying. It could definitely have happened to me."
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The Situation Business As Usual
The Situation was back to his normal routine yesterday in New Jersey -- driving around in his Lamborghini, hitting up the car wash, the gym, and a vitamin store.
As TMZ first reported, The Situation checked out of rehab earlier this week after spending a few weeks at Cirque Lodge rehab center in Utah, where he was receiving treatment for substance abuse.
We've been told producers plan on bringing in new cast members for the next season of "Jersey Shore," so they can slowly phase out Sitch and Snooki.
The show is set to begin filming this summer.
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Tila Tequila Out of Rehab After Suicide Scare
Tila Tequila is officially out of rehab ... after 30 days of intense counseling for her substance abuse and psychological issues ... TMZ has learned.
A rep for Tila tells TMZ, the reality star "has successfully completed her program in rehab and has safely made her way back home. She has fully recovered, and is currently spending time with her closest family and friends."
TMZ broke the story ... Tila agreed to enter rehab following a suicide scare in her L.A. home last month.
Tila's rep adds, "She is the healthiest she's ever been and wants to thank all of her fans for their undying support while she was battling through some hard times."
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The Situation I'm Done with Rehab
The Situation has CHECKED OUT of the Cirque Lodge rehab center in Utah ... where he was receiving treatment for substance abuse ... TMZ has learned.
TMZ broke the story ... Mike Sorrentino checked in to the famous treatment center several weeks ago ... claiming he wanted to "get control of a prescription medication problem I had due to exhaustion."
Sitch was spotted out moments ago at a nearby airport ... and even took a photo with a fan who happened to be on his flight.
Now comes the biggest test of all ... when Sitch re-enters the danger zone to tape the next season of "Jersey Shore."
Good luck ...
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Shifty Shellshock Out of Coma
Former Crazy Town singer and "Celebrity Rehab" star Shifty Shellshock is now conscious again -- after falling into a coma last week, TMZ has learned.
Sources tell TMZ, Shifty had been on breathing tubes since Thursday -- when he originally fell into a coma -- but was successfully taken off them last night.
We're told Shifty is now responsive -- even speaking sporadically -- but he's still not fully aware of his surroundings. He is still in the ICU.
As we previously reported, it's unclear what put the singer into a coma -- but several people close to him are convinced drugs were to blame.
We’re told doctors believe he will make a full recovery.
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Shifty Shellshock GF Clashes with Family at Hospital
While former "Crazy Town" singer Shifty Shellshock lay hospitalized in a coma ... his baby mama and his family were fighting in the ICU, according to the woman.
Jasmine Lennard, Shifty's girlfriend and mother of their 2-year-old son ... claims Shifty's family never said a word about him being in the hospital -- and she had no idea until friends told her yesterday.
As TMZ first reported, the former "Celebrity Rehab" star has been unresponsive in intensive care since last week ... and people close to him think drugs are to blame.
Jasmine tells TMZ she rushed to the L.A. area hospital Monday afternoon, but when she got to the ICU ... Shifty's sister grabbed her arm and other family members cursed at her. According to Jasmine things got so heated "security was eventually called and we were all separated."
Jasmine says she got to Shifty's room, but was never able to see him. She's furious about the family keeping her in the dark, and claims they are "blaming me for leaving him during Christmas for this relapse."
Shifty's mother and sister haven't responded to our phone calls.
Jasmine says she and Shifty had reunited, and she fully intends to go back to the hospital.
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Shifty Shellshock In a Coma
Former "Celebrity Rehab" star Shifty Shellshock is currently in a coma in an L.A. hospital -- TMZ has learned.
According to sources, the former Crazy Town singer has been in the ICU since last Thursday and is completely unresponsive. It's unclear what put him there -- but people close to him believe it was drug-related.
Shifty is scheduled to appear in court this week for a pre-trial hearing -- after his February coke arrest. We're told he was extremely anxious about the possibility of going to jail.
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Scott Storch Sued He Was Too DRUGGED OUT to Produce My Album
Legendary hip hop producer Scott Storch is being sued by an aspiring singer ... who claims she paid Storch a ton of money to produce her album ... but he was too drugged out to get the job done.
The woman on the attack is Treena Ruberg ... who claims Storch -- who's worked with superstars like Dr. Dre, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake and more -- agreed to produce 6 songs for Treena in exchange for $45,000 back in October 2011 ... $30k of which she paid up front.
According to Treena's lawsuit, filed in L.A. County Superior Court, Storch acknowledged he had a previous drug problem ... but insisted he was now "cured of his past problem" and would be able to deliver the tracks by the end of November.
But Treena says Storch straight up lied ... claiming he "continued to have a drug addiction and other personal problems which rendered him incapable of producing any recordings."
Now, Treena says she wants her $30k back ... plus an additional $70k for all of the out-of-pocket expenses she incurred during the process ... including plane flights, studio time and having to hire another producer.
Calls to Storch's rep have not been returned.
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The Situation In Rehab for Alcohol Problem for 'Jersey Shore'
The Situation is in rehab not just for prescription drugs, but also for alcohol, TMZ has learned, and this turn of events could pose big problems for next season's "Jersey Shore."
Sources involved in the situation (sorry) tell us ... the Situation went through detox at a facility before he checked into Cirque Lodge in Utah, and the detox involved alcohol.
Our sources also say The Sitch is "very open" with other patients at Cirque about his drinking. He discusses how his club appearances escalated his alcohol use.
Now here's the problem for "Jersey Shore." The Situation and alcohol have been tied at the hip for 5 seasons. If the show allows The Situation to fall off the wagon to make the show better in season 6, they will look like crass enablers. If they don't let him drink, there's a good chance they will lose viewers.
Stay tuned.
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The Situation In Rehab at Cirque Lodge for Rx Pills
The Situation is undergoing rehab at the famous Cirque Lodge in Utah for prescription meds, TMZ has learned.
Several sources have told us The Situation is at Cirque for other substance abuse problems ... but as of now, we can only confirm prescription meds.
Our sources say The Situation is walking around Cirque, telling people he's gained weight -- and has made specific diet requests from the chef at the facility, hoping to get back into shape for the 6th Season of "Jersey Shore."
And just to make sure he gets his way -- one source tells us, Sitch is making damn sure everyone remembers how wealthy and famous he is.
We're told this is not the first time The Situation has undergone treatment for substance abuse.
1:50 PM PST -- Situation just released a statement ... claiming he has "voluntarily taken steps to get control of a prescription medication problem I had due to exhaustion."
He continues, "I have spent the past several weeks getting treatment for this problem and recuperating from my work and appearance schedule. I appreciate my fans support and love you guys."
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The Situation Hit Rock Bottom While Taping 'Jersey Shore'
Multiple sources close to The Situation tell TMZ ... the MTV star's hard-partying ways were worse than ever during the taping of the most recent season of "Jersey Shore" ... and the signs were obvious during the episode when the gang went camping.
TMZ broke the story ... Sitch recently checked into rehab for substance abuse after realizing his recreational habits had spun out of control.
Now, sources close to Sitch tell us ... the reality star had been showing signs of substance abuse for a while ... but "he was getting worse" as the season went on.
We're told ... several people noticed he was "acting paranoid" on the set ... and the unusual behavior was evident in certain Season 5 episodes that recently aired on MTV. During the ep when the gang goes camping, Sitch can be seen acting jittery, sweating profusely and just plain acting bizarre.
Sources say ... cast and crew members on "Jersey Shore" are happy he's getting help ... and hope that he will be healthy enough to join them for the recently announced Season 6.
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The Situation Checks into Rehab
"The Situation" is in rehab for substance abuse ... TMZ has learned.
Sources tell TMZ the "Jersey Shore" star -- aka Mike Sorrentino -- has checked into an inpatient treatment program.
A rep for the Situation just contacted TMZ to say they are not confirming that Mike is in rehab ... just that he "has spent the past several weeks at an undisclosed location for much needed rest and recuperation after his extensive production and appearance schedule."
Like most of the 'JS' crew ... Sorrentino's been on a non-stop party train since the show debuted on MTV 2 years ago -- drinking and making paid appearances at nightclubs all over the world.
Sitch makes anywhere from 15K ... up to a whopping 50k per nightclub appearance.
MTV just announced "Jersey Shore" is returning for a 6th season ... which is scheduled to start shooting this summer.
1:10 PM PT -- The Situation is currently undergoing treatment for prescription pills at the famous Cirque Lodge in Utah.
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Tila Tequila Agrees to Enter Rehab After Suicide Scare
Tila Tequila has agreed to enter rehab for substance abuse in addition to seeking treatment for psychological issues -- Tila's close friend and manager tells TMZ.
According to her manager, Tila agreed to treatment after several of Tila's friends discussed her problems with her -- following Tila's suicide scare last week.
We're told Tila has been struggling with serious substance abuse problems as well as psychiatric issues recently -- the suicide scare was just the straw that broke the camel's back.
It's unclear when Tila plans to enter a treatment center -- but we're told her friends are hoping she'll get help as soon as this week.
We're told a rehab facility has already agreed to take her -- though sources wouldn't specify which.
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'Hawaii Five-0' Star Alex O'Loughlin Seeks Treatment for Prescription Pill Problem
Alex O'Loughlin, star of the hit CBS show "Hawaii Five-0," is taking a break from production to get treatment for a problem with prescription pain medication.
The actor's rep released a statement saying, "Alex is taking a short break to receive supervised treatment for prescription pain medication due to a recent shoulder injury."
O'Loughlin has the support of producers, who said, "We respect and support Alex’s decision. Everyone at CBS TV Studios and 'Hawaii 5-0' wishes him well and we look forward to his return."
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'Celebrity Rehab' Star Charged with Drug Possession
Former "Celebrity Rehab" star Shifty Shellshock has officially been charged with drug possession and battery after his cocaine arrest last week -- when an argument with his girlfriend allegedly turned violent.
TMZ broke the story -- the former Crazy Town singer was busted at a Ross Dress for Less in L.A. -- after a store employee allegedly witnessed Shifty grab his GF by the arm and rough her up.
The police rushed in -- and after cops searched him, they claim Shifty was carrying rock cocaine. He was arrested on the spot.
Shifty's currently free on $60,000 bail.