Lamar Odom's Sober Journey: Untold Stories

0:00On March 27, Lamar Odom recently shared that he is 56 or 57 days sober, staying away from alcohol, pot, and all drugs. The former NBA star is opening up ahead of his new Netflix documentary, Untold, The Death and Life of Lamar Odom, which premieres March 31. It dives into his basketball career, marriage to Chloe Kardashian, battles with addiction, and his near-death overdose. The film recounts Odom's 2015 coma after taking drugs at a Nevada brothel. Kobe Bryant, who passed away at age 41 in a 2020 helicopter crash, rushed to his bedside during that crisis. Odom says learning about that support later felt like a key factor in his survival, surrounded by love from family and friends. Odom reflects on his past use of cocaine and crack, insisting he is a changed man who works hard to stay sober. He admits temptation lingers, like old contacts who could deliver marijuana, but he refuses to backslide, aiming to live a long life full of purpose.

1:02His road to recovery has not been smooth, including a DUI arrest in Las Vegas this past January. These days, the 46-year-old is reading more to sharpen his mind and cherishes every day as a blessing, especially after doctors once said he, would never walk or talk again. Odom now focuses on his two adult children. His girlfriend, I'm building a stronger bond with God while educating himself. Through the documentary, he hopes to spread hope and show others that overcoming addictions grip brings real freedom and presence in life. That's the story for today. Entertainment and celebrity news. Today, driven by AI, I'm Cory with The Story.