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Ethan Suplee says in a Substack post that at the Remember the Titans premiere he went to the bathroom and smoked heroin after meeting the real Louis Lastik, recounting how the night underscored his struggle with addiction and left him fearing he wouldn’t wake up; the piece also notes Hayden Panettiere’s death at 36 and her past openness about addiction, framing the story as a broader look at substance abuse in Hollywood.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died May 11 in a San Fernando Valley home; the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled the death an accidental overdose from heroin and cocaine. Clarke, 29, was born in Vancouver and played at San Jose State and Gonzaga, appearing in 309 NBA games for Memphis after being drafted in 2021.
Memphis Grizzlies forward and former Gonzaga star Brandon Clarke died in May at age 29; the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled the death accidental and attributed it to the effects of heroin and cocaine, with drug paraphernalia reportedly found at the residence. Clarke had been with the Grizzlies for seven seasons, played for Gonzaga in 2018-19, and was arrested weeks before his death on speeding and controlled-substance charges.
Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled Brandon Clarke's death accidental, caused by the combined effects of heroin and cocaine, with a significant contribution from multiple prescription medications; the 29-year-old Grizzlies forward was found unresponsive in May in the San Fernando Valley and the full report will be released later. Clarke played 309 NBA games, averaging 10.2 points, and had a limited 2025-26 season due to injuries. He had been arrested a month before his death on speeding and possession of a controlled substance. Clarke was born in Vancouver with Canadian-American citizenship, drafted in 2019 by the Oklahoma City Thunder and later traded to the Grizzlies.
Los Angeles County's medical examiner ruled that Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died in May from the effects of heroin and cocaine, an accidental death. Clarke was found in a San Fernando Valley home with reports that drug paraphernalia was present. He remained under contract with the Grizzlies through the 2026-27 season and had been arrested about six weeks earlier in Arkansas on speeding, reckless driving and possession of a controlled substance.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died at 29; the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled his death due to the combined effects of heroin and cocaine, with the manner of death listed as an accident. He was found unresponsive at his California home on May 11 and was discovered with drug paraphernalia; Clarke’s death certificate also noted the presence of multiple prescription medications. The NBA player had seven seasons with the Grizzlies, and his team mourned the loss.
Australian Federal Police have charged a Thai airline employee with heroin importation after a tote-bag seizure at Melbourne Airport, with AP photos showing part of the heroin haul as the investigation continues.
At a MAHA event, RFK Jr. announced steps to curb SSRI prescribing, repeating debunked claims that antidepressants are as addictive as heroin. Experts say the comparison is unfounded and emphasize careful, evidence-based deprescribing. The plan includes clinician training, a Dear Colleague letter, and CMS guidance with a new billing code to help taper patients off meds, but medical groups warn against framing mental-health care as overmedicalization and cite access issues.
Reddit's AI chatbot, Reddit Answers, suggested users try heroin and kratom for pain management, highlighting concerns over dangerous and inappropriate advice generated by AI trained on user data, with warnings about the risks associated with kratom and the potential harm of such suggestions.
Two men in New York have been charged with distributing fentanyl-laced heroin that led to the death of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili. The suspects, Michael Kuilan and Antonio Venti, face felony charges related to drug distribution and possession, with Kuilan also charged with firearm possession. Gentili, a prominent figure in the New York transgender community, died from a lethal combination of fentanyl, heroin, xylazine, and cocaine. Prosecutors allege that Venti sold the laced heroin, allegedly supplied by Kuilan, to Gentili. Both men are expected back in court on April 22.
Two men have been charged with supplying fentanyl-laced heroin that led to the death of Cecilia Gentili, a prominent transgender activist and actress. The indictment accused Michael Kuilan, 44, and Antonio Venti, 52, of providing the drugs. Ms. Gentili's cause of death was disclosed for the first time, sparking an outpouring of grief from the L.G.B.T.Q. community and leading to a politically charged funeral at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The United States attorney for the Eastern District of New York emphasized the public health crisis posed by fentanyl and pledged to pursue justice for those affected by the lethal drug.
Buddy Duress, a former homeless heroin dealer who found fame as an actor in New York's film scene, has died at 38 from cardiac arrest caused by a drug cocktail including heroin. Despite gaining recognition for his performances in movies like "Heaven Knows What" and "Good Time," his reckless behavior hindered his career, leading to frequent jail time and missed opportunities.
Synthetic opioids called nitazenes, stronger than heroin and fentanyl, have been linked to at least 54 deaths in the UK in the past six months. Experts believe these drugs are being manufactured in labs in China and then imported into the UK. The true number of deaths could be higher, as 40 more cases are awaiting further testing. The UK government plans to classify 15 new synthetic opioids as Class A drugs. Users have reported the shockingly strong effects of nitazenes, with some dealers selling heroin laced with nitazenes as "fentanyl." Families affected by these deaths are calling for government intervention, warning of a potential epidemic.
A former NYPD officer, Grace Rosa Baez, has been arrested and charged with selling fentanyl and heroin while on duty. Federal prosecutors allege that Baez and her roommate, Cesar Martinez, negotiated drug deals with a confidential source, offering to sell kilogram quantities of fentanyl, heroin, and cocaine. Baez was caught handing over a plastic candy container containing heroin to the source. Law enforcement officers also discovered a kilogram press machine and additional suspected narcotics in their apartment. Baez had been under investigation since 2020 and was placed on modified duty before resigning.
A female NYPD officer, Grace Rose Baez, was arrested for allegedly selling large quantities of narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, while on duty. Baez, who boasted about loving her job, was caught in a narcotics sting operation after offering a sample of "top quality" fentanyl to a federal informant. She and her accomplice, Cesar Martinez, face charges of conspiracy to distribute narcotics and distribution of narcotics. Baez, who had been on modified duty since 2020 due to misconduct allegations, was suspended without pay following her arrest. The NYPD commissioner expressed concern over the corruption within the department and emphasized that there is no place for such behavior.