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Jesse Shares Sobriety Struggles, Family History
17 Mar
Summary
- Jesse entered rehab nearly two decades ago in 2007.
- He cited pressure and scrutiny as reasons for seeking help.
- Addiction runs in his family, affecting grandfathers and father.

Actor Jesse, aged 47, recently discussed his history with drug and alcohol addiction during an appearance on the 'Not Skinny But Not Fat' podcast on March 17, 2026. He shared that intense pressure and public scrutiny contributed to his decision to enter rehab almost two decades prior, in 2007.
Jesse explained that his addiction evolved beyond emotional underpinnings, becoming an inescapable pull when substances were present. He also revealed that addiction is a significant part of his family history, with both grandfathers struggling severely with alcoholism. His father, however, has maintained a considerable period of sobriety.




