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Child Star Admits Cocaine Use for Attention
28 Sep
Summary
- Acted for attention after child stardom faded.
- Tried cocaine at age 23, seeking external validation.
- Clubbed aggressively from age 16 to gain notice.
Christy Carlson Romano, celebrated for her roles in 'Even Stevens' and 'Kim Possible,' has shared candid details about her struggles with attention-seeking behavior following her child stardom. Romano admitted to binge drinking and frequent partying as a means to cope and gain notice.
At 23, she first tried cocaine at a party, an experience detailed in her memoir. While not a fan of the substance itself, Romano found validation in the attention from others who were surprised by her actions. She recalled wanting to be noticed, stating that before social media, controlling one's image was difficult.
Romano revealed a pattern of aggressive clubbing that began at 16 and intensified at 21. Her goal was to be seen in the right circles, a strategy she pursued without professional guidance. She also recounted an awkward encounter with Lindsay Lohan, highlighting her past social missteps.
