Friends and family of country star Darius Rucker have expressed concern after his recent DUI arrest, sparking talk of an “intervention.” Despite his public claims of ten years of sobriety, previous drug-related arrests and incidents have reportedly raised alarm.
Rucker faces a misdemeanor drug charge for possessing psilocybin pills during the arrest. Following the news of his arrest, his ex-girlfriend criticized him, calling his arrest “karma.”
Meanwhile, Rucker is set to release his memoir, “Life’s Too Short,” chronicling his musical journey from Hootie & The Blowfish to solo success, offering introspective reflections.
Darius Rucker’s Friends And Family Are Concerned About His Sobriety
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According to reports, friends and family of country star and former Hootie and the Blowfish frontman Darius Rucker are concerned for his well-being following his recent DUI arrest.
Prior to the DUI incident, Rucker had publicly claimed ten years of sobriety. However, his arrest and previous drug-related incidents over the past year have sparked concern among loved ones, prompting talk of intervention to support him back on track.
Insiders to talk to National Enquirer (per Online Radar) shared: “Darius swore he was clean for years, and now this has people thinking he needs help getting back on track!”
Rucker was previously arrested in February 2023 during a traffic stop when authorities reported detecting a “strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle” and the subsequent discovery of 14 unstamped purple pills and a THC pen.
Test Confirms Purple Pill With Darius Rucker Is Psilocybin
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The “Wagon Wheel” hitmaker then allegedly handed the officer blunt marijuana.
Subsequent tests identified the pills as psilocybin, a hallucinogen found in magic mushrooms, resulting in misdemeanor drug charges and a vehicle registration violation.
However, despite being released on $10,500 bail, Rucker is reportedly anxious amid discussions among loved ones about possible intervention.
Following the arrest, Rucker’s ex-girlfriend, Kate Quigley, criticized him and described his situation as “Karma,” referencing past statements he made about his health after a 2021 overdose with fentanyl-laced cocaine, which resulted in the deaths of three of them. his friends.
Quigley also posted an image of herself in a bikini on Instagram with the caption: “#Mood: when you hear your ex-d-bag got busted…”
Country Music Singer To Release Memoir: ‘Life Is Too Short’
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Rucker was best known as the lead singer of ’90s rock band Hootie & The Blowfish before turning to country music for his solo career. He has earned three Grammy Awards, including Best Country Album for his solo album, “Wagon Wheel,” in 2014.
“The Only Wanna Be With You” singer is now opening up about her decades-long career in her new memoir from Dey Street Books, titled: “Life’s Too Short.”
The book, which will be released on May 28, will delve into Rucker’s life journey, exploring the profound impact of his musical inspirations, from the timeless melodies of Frank Sinatra to the rhythms of Stevie Wonder and the soulful songs of KISS.
Offering a glimpse into his introspective reflections, the 57-year-old musician shared: “If I look back at my life and try to see my past, everything seems blurry, but then I lean back and start hearing something. Melody. Chords. Harmonies. Lyrics. “
Darius Rucker Says Memoir Is: ‘The Story of My Life’
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Rucker’s upcoming book will also chronicle his band’s extraordinary journey, from humble beginnings performing at frat houses to the monumental success of their Double Diamond-certified album “Cracked Rear View,” which featured iconic hits like “Only Wanna Be With You,” “Let Her Cry,” and “Hold My Hand.”
It will also delve into his solo career, highlighted by the chart-topping “Wagon Wheel” and memorable collaborations with music legends such as David Crosby, Bob Dylan, and Taylor Swift.
The memoir offers a candid look at Rucker’s life on the road. For the publisher, the book promises to be a captivating narrative, combining “stumbles, missteps and battles with demons” and personal growth to tell “a classic story about a man and his music.”
follow people magazine, Rucker said of his memoir: “This book is the story of my life as told through 23 songs that took me away, soaring, starting at the bottom, living in a poor but happy home, never wanting more, enjoying what I had. , even when times get tough because I have my escape, my refuge, my music.”
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