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Janice · 04-13-2005, 10:02 AM

Good for Joaquin for recognizing his problem and dealing with it. His brother River's death was very tragic.
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Joaquin Phoenix Checks Into Rehab

(AP) Actor Joaquin Phoenix arrives at a movie premeire at
the El Capitan Theater in the Hollywood...

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Joaquin Phoenix has checked into a rehabilitation facility to deal with alcohol abuse problems. "He was uncomfortable with the way that he was living his life and found the courage to deal with his disease," publicist Susan Patricola said in a statement Tuesday.

Phoenix, 30, voluntarily entered an undisclosed rehab facility two weeks ago and hoped that coming forward will encourage others with the same problem to get help as well, Patricola said.

Phoenix starred in 2004's "The Village" and was nominated for a supporting actor Oscar for his portrayal of Commodus in 2000's "Gladiator." He will portray Johnny Cash in "Walk the Line," due out later this year. His brother River Phoenix died of a drug overdose in 1993 outside The Viper Room in Los Angeles. The star of "Stand by Me" and "My Own Private Idaho" was 23.

Rhiannon · 04-13-2005, 10:14 AM

Good for him! He's such a great actor.

Brian Damage · 04-13-2005, 10:25 AM

At least he found the courage to get help. (Something his brother River never did) He is a brilliant actor.

phoebe7165 · 04-13-2005, 12:47 PM

I really like Joaquin and I'm glad he's getting help. Just wish River had done the same thing.

Sara Micelli · 04-13-2005, 01:57 PM

Good for him.

*MIBabe03* · 04-13-2005, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian Damage

At least he found the courage to get help. (Something his brother River never did) He is a brilliant actor.

That's very true. Good for him.

SBTB Geek · 04-13-2005, 04:06 PM

I wish him the best.

Janet McFarland · 04-13-2005, 09:38 PM

Good for him! I hope he gets better.

TheHappyBurgerMeister · 04-14-2005, 12:18 AM

good for him. Unfortunately his brother never did that. River was such a good actor and his life ended too quickly.

04-13-2005, 10:02 AM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Joaquin Phoenix Checks Into Rehab Good for Joaquin for recognizing his problem and dealing with it. His brother River's death was very tragic. --------------------------------------------------- Joaquin Phoenix Checks Into Rehab (AP) Actor Joaquin Phoenix arrives at a movie premeire at the El Capitan Theater in the Hollywood... LOS ANGELES (AP) - Joaquin Phoenix has checked into a rehabilitation facility to deal with alcohol abuse problems. "He was uncomfortable with the way that he was living his life and found the courage to deal with his disease," publicist Susan Patricola said in a statement Tuesday. Phoenix, 30, voluntarily entered an undisclosed rehab facility two weeks ago and hoped that coming forward will encourage others with the same problem to get help as well, Patricola said. Phoenix starred in 2004's "The Village" and was nominated for a supporting actor Oscar for his portrayal of Commodus in 2000's "Gladiator." He will portray Johnny Cash in "Walk the Line," due out later this year. His brother River Phoenix died of a drug overdose in 1993 outside The Viper Room in Los Angeles. The star of "Stand by Me" and "My Own Private Idaho" was 23.

04-13-2005, 10:14 AM	#2
Rhiannon oh, snap! Forum Fanatic Join Date: Jul 19, 2002 Location: middle of nowhere Posts: 11,097	Good for him! He's such a great actor.
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04-13-2005, 12:47 PM	#4
phoebe7165 Pop Culture Goddess Forum Fanatic Join Date: Apr 15, 2003 Location: US of A - the country of "really bad music" lovers Posts: 11,600	I really like Joaquin and I'm glad he's getting help. Just wish River had done the same thing.
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Sara Micelli Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 14, 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,122	Good for him.
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04-14-2005, 12:18 AM	#9
TheHappyBurgerMeister Member Senior Member Join Date: Jul 23, 2002 Location: Wisconsin, USA Posts: 2,209	good for him. Unfortunately his brother never did that. River was such a good actor and his life ended too quickly.
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04-13-2005, 10:25 AM	#3
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	At least he found the courage to get help. (Something his brother River never did) He is a brilliant actor.

04-13-2005, 04:06 PM	#7
SBTB Geek Smooth Moderator Forum Veteran Join Date: Feb 21, 2002 Location: Southern California Posts: 6,004	I wish him the best.

04-13-2005, 09:38 PM	#8
Janet McFarland Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 09, 2004 Posts: 4,344	Good for him! I hope he gets better.