Remember the Titans star reveals he smoked heroin at film’s premiere
The Independent • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Ethan Suplee paid tribute to his Remember the Titans co-star Hayden Panettiere, recalling how her “energy and innocence” briefly helped him during a difficult moment while filming the 2000 movie.
- Suplee revealed his struggles with heroin addiction during the film’s production, describing moments when he smoked heroin to cope with his emotional pain and self-image issues.
- Panettiere, who recently passed away at 36, was found in cardiac arrest with no signs of trauma, and an investigation is ongoing amid reports of a possible overdose.
- The actress had been open about her past opioid and alcohol addiction, detailing in her memoir how prescription "happy pills" contributed to her struggles.
- Support resources for those dealing with addiction were highlighted, including Frank in the UK and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in the US.
