Author: Andrea Mandell / Source: USA TODAY
Singer Demi Lovato is reportedly hospitalized due to a possible drug overdose after six years of sobriety. In June, the singer released a song admitting to her family and fans that she was no longer sober. USA TODAY
Demi Lovato is awake and with her family, USA TODAY has confirmed.
TMZ reported earlier Tuesday that Lovato was transported to a hospital from a home in the Hollywood Hills after a possible drug overdose.
“Demi is awake and with her family who want to express thanks to everyone for the love, prayers and support,” rep Nicole Perna said in a statement to USA TODAY. “Some of the information being reported is incorrect and they respectfully ask for privacy and not speculation as her health and recovery is the most important thing right now.”
The Los Angeles Police Department told USA TODAY that at 11:37 a.m., authorities received a call from the 8000 block of Laurel View Drive. “We had a call out for possible overdose for a female approximately 25 years of age,” said Officer Ray Brown.
LAPD would not confirm the woman’s identity. Lovato is 25 and owns a home in that area.
In June, the singer released “Sober, ” a regretful ballad that has Lovato apologizing to her family and fans, admitting, “I’m so sorry, I’m not sober anymore.” She had been sober for six years.
Lovato has struggled with an eating disorder, self-mutilation and other issues, and entered rehab in 2010. She has spoken out about her battles over the years, detailing her recovery in the YouTube documentary “Simply Complicated,” which…
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