Lamar Odom is giving back to his community!
Before leaving the field of athletics, the 43-year-old made waves as an NBA star with several awards. During this period, he joined the world of reality TV as Khloé Kardashian’s first husband.
Despite gaining recognition on the surface for being a star basketball player, the New York native struggled with substance addiction in private. After going through a public recovery journey, Odom reached out to people in similar situations.
Lamar Odom Says God Led Him to Create Wellness Treatment Center Years After Scary Overdose
In a recent Instagram post, the former NBA player shared a photo of himself posing with several people. Thanks to his tags, several individuals in the group shot have been identified as Gina Rodriguez (not to be confused with the actress), Karl Mullins Sr., Dennis Martinez, and his wife, Priss Martinez.
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The names mentioned above, among others, are well-known entrepreneurs who serve as partners and staff of the newly launched Odom Wellness Treatment Center. They all smiled for a moment, looking much shorter next to the former basketball player.
Even without the tag, missing the NBA Sixth Man of the Year honor in the crowd is impossible. The New Yorker looked radiant, wearing a bright smile that matched her colorful patterned hoodie and white pants.
“So Blessed,” the 43-year-old began his passionate caption. “Please meet my partners and staff at my new addiction treatment center @odomwellnesstreatmentcenters in San Diego County!! God saved me so I could save others.”
For those unaware, the former Los Angeles Lakers’ message refers to his near-death experience. In 2015, the media personality overdosed in a Nevada brothel, became unconscious and suffered health problems.
However, this traumatic ordeal inspired the “Khloé & Lamar” star’s journey of sobriety. Eight years later, Odom’s recovery program promises to help others struggling with addiction avoid near-death experiences.
Touched by his desire to change lives, fans sang the Parade Player of the Year’s praises in the comments section. Many praised the former athlete’s humanitarian efforts, while others shared their stories of sobriety.
“Yes sir.. wow, that was great…. Back to help others… hallelujah… #15yearssober,” one fan raved, prompting others to release their testimonials. “God will always turn the negative into a positive when you believe and seek him first,” wrote a fellow believer.
“It’s great to use your tragedy to help others,” a third praised the New Yorker, while another noted that Odom was saved to save others. One fan beautifully wrote:
“Lamar, it’s all about timing. When God knows you are ready, he will use you for good. So glad you found your purpose. You will help many.”
The positive reaction received was heartening as this gesture shows the public’s good opinion despite the media personality’s dark past. According to The Blast, the 43-year-old was candid about the effects of drugs on his life.
According to the “Celebrity Big Brother 3” contestant, his addiction was one of the reasons for the divorce with Kardashian. The entertainer regrets hurting the reality TV star with his drug addiction and constant cheating.
Despite his problems, Odom noted that the Good American founder stayed by his side during the darkest days of his drug addiction. The “Keeping Up With The Kardashians” alum also remained supportive after the former couple called it quits.
‘Dancing With The Stars’ Participant Moves Into His Ex-Wife’s Neighborhood
Last year, The Blast reported that Odom moved to the ultimate bachelor pad in California. Of all the areas to choose for his settlement, the former athlete paid for a luxury house in the territory of his ex-wife.
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According to the NBA star’s manager, the New Yorker signed a one-year lease for a home in The Oaks of Calabasas. The 4,445 sq ft property is said to be priced at $15k per month and comes with a host of perks, including a gym, tennis court and clubhouse.
The move marks the “College Hill: Celebrity Edition” star’s first home in California after living in Georgia for about a year. Odom’s placement in the Kardashian neighborhood comes after his joke of parenting a child with the entertainer.
The incident comes after the “Revenge Body” host welcomed her second baby with ex-boyfriend Tristan Thompson. Following the news, the former basketball player let loose a cheeky comment: “He can yell at me for that.”
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