Aaron Carter's Friend Reflects on His Lonely Last Days (Exclusive)

[@Seashelly]

What a wise and true friend, “never give up on someone with mental illness”. Admire his honesty about the situation and also his respect and caring for Aaron. A tragic accident indeed.

[@picilocarnal]

There aren’t enough mental health therapists for all of us. Plus, even psychologists need a therapist!😞

[@rarad.3793]

But the fact that he says that his family gave up on him.... he has no idea what a family goes through with a family member that goes thru addiction, speaking from experience...... you can have a "friend " but family can only do so much until they break .......... my older bro passed away unexpectedly a few weeks ago but me , my mom , my sister's and my other brother tried so hard to pull him out of his addiction.... but now , here we are , without him........... a family will never give up until there is littleraly nothing left to give . So try to consider that . Said with no hate, just experience

[@rarad.3793]

His family didn't give up on him. I grew up with nick and Aaron, but addiction is unlike anything on this planet...... the love of family can only take you so far. This upsets me bc ,yeah , he may have been a close friend but he has no experience in what it was like for Aaron's family....... they have lost , they grew with him and have lost an enormous deal with Aaron's passing regardless if they spoke 2 minutes before or 10 years in between , the growth of a sibling has no matter tome that's passed , is a loss you can not comprehend....... especially too soon

[@apriltownsend8463]

A wise and true friend wouldn't trash a dead person's family the day after they died.

[@rarad.3793]

@@apriltownsend8463 exactly!!! And thank you 👐

[@nicolewilson3886]

What a kind man, you can tell he was a true friend of Aaron. I'm sorry to hear he was so lonely :(

[@lamarjohnson4023]

Being a performer in showbiz,many people around the world knowing who you are is a super lonely living and a definite lonely profession.We are to care about those that are in such shoes.They need a serious somebody that love and respect them for them.Even if drug addiction didn't have anything to do with it.That's what would have helped in the whole thing,even if he did end up in an early grave.

[@hollywoodbelongstosatan6557]

How do u know he is being real and sincere? How do u know he is really a kind guy? Just because he is acting nice doesn't make him "kind"man.

[@moniquefrey-jackson3977]

So very sad...Hollywood can turn you out..His sister died..now him..Nick is going through it...

[@lifeislife489]

He didn't have anyone who truly loved him around him. What a sad way to go. It's like he gave up and didn't care the last month. He had people around him that need to get looked into. Some of his friends think someone gave him bad drugs on purpose or came around to get him started back on certain things to kill him. All they need to do is watch his lives and see who was around him the last 30 to 40 days.

[@Tommy88-]

@@nashvillespiker he seems genuine but who really knows his true intentions. However, he didn’t shame Aaron or his relatives in this interview.

[@jordanhanna2891]

The world needs more people like this man.

[@ms.steveygolden1118]

Yaaaaaazzzzzz Tangible love💝

[@CherrrrBear]

100%

[@KarePPluvu]

Agreed. This man has a good heart and should be an example to so many...

[@lindyoliver7750]

Really? Someone who obviously is gaslighting? He couldn't help that young man while he was alive but now he has all the answers? Where was he then?

[@apriltownsend8463]

No they don't. You don't trash a dead person's family.

[@longstrangetrip9920]

“I don’t think anyone should give up on someone with mental illness” wow. That statement alone shows how much of a good and non judge-mental friend this man is. So happy he’ll be looking out and supporting his son. RIP Aaron 🙏🏽

[@dante6985]

He 100% didn't deserve to die, but he was huffing compressed air. He had friends and family who tried to help him for years but Aaron would shut out everyone who gave it to him straight. There's only so much you can do for someone else.

[@racheleileenperry]

You can tell that this man was an actual friend that cared about Aaron. This is so heartbreaking. Much love to his family and friends. He can finally be at peace. 🙏😢

[@Brunostegmann574]

Yeah he what seemed his only friend

[@chocolateangel8743]

His story is a prime example of why I don't think people who suffer from mental illness, addiction, and endure sexual abuse should have kids. I mean, it's all in his family. With this being said, I think he's at peace now.

[@lilbarney2901]

@@susansuarez8954 I disagree. His family tried relentlessly getting him help through the legal system but they were blocked at every turn. Mental illness isn’t a crime, is essentially what they were told. They at least got a court order to take away his firearms for about a year but he eventually got them back. He would be blitzed out of his mind on Instagram live toting his guns, saying horrible things about his family. He had severe mental illness and addiction issues, and there is only so much that family/friends can do before they finally walk away & pray that the person they love finally agrees to getting help.

[@bestcommentguy6699]

yea what a friend to get right on a tv show and make 100k for interview......

[@Censortubes]

Hes selling a tv interview. Hes the same bathtub clown.

[@andreachristine2419]

This is the friend everyone in this world needs. He said everything so well and beautifully. Rest in peace

[@sophien5416]

I think loneliness is a problem with our society. Everyone has problems, some heavier than others. While we cannot force people to seek help, we just have to keep radiating love towards them and hope it counts. Regardless, may Aaron rest in peace now.

[@KarePPluvu]

Well said

[@coldcloakmusic6630]

The only problem with loneliness is that it can’t be fixed on its own….other people have to help

[@Boricua..4]

@@coldcloakmusic6630 you can’t help anyone that doesn’t want help

[@gracet7248]

@@Boricua..4 and there’s so many people that don’t want help.

[@coldcloakmusic6630]

@@Boricua..4 imo, with loneliness you can. A lot of lonely people don’t know they’re lonely, and ironically lonely people unconsciously push people away. However, it is up to other people to help lonely people. We don’t need to be martyrs or focus on fixing people, but keeping someone in the social loop instead of allowing them to move to the outskirts can help

[@casiesilverman]

This man was so respectful in this interview. And he’s absolutely right

[@nox7282]

No, he is wrong. You have every right to give up on someone who has given up on themselves. You can’t help anyone who doesn’t want help. It’s so damaging to expect people to help people who don’t want help.

[@Jeannie585]

He sure was and yes he is absolutley right

[@Clanofthecavebear]

He was lonely deep inside. His soul was suffering for so long from all he’s been through. People trolled him, hurt him, put him down all the time. With all respect to Melanie, they were toxic together. He needed his brother, his family. Aaron could not help the way he was. He cried for help so many times in the only way he knew how, by going live. Too many enablers were helping him destroy himself. Rest in peace , Aaron.

[@vanessaquezada8738]

What a solid friendship they had. It’s apparent this was his loyal friend. RIP Aaron

[@josephjimenez2061]

That turned out to be a much better interviews than I thought. Sounds like this guy really did care about him and is not just looking for attention.

[@pantoponrosegoatoe4129]

I agree, I’ve never heard of him or seen him in any of the lives.

[@lindyoliver7750]

@@pantoponrosegoatoe4129 exactly! He's now looking for his 15 minutes at that young man & his families expense. Wow where was he seems he was blaming everyone but himself fit this tragedy? Easy to have all the answers afterwards.

[@xoxomira18]

@@lindyoliver7750 this guy seems like he was a good friend to Aaron, everyone has their own life he did better than Aaron’s family because like this guy mentioned you shouldn’t give up on someone you love especially if they have a mental illness or drug problem. His family failed him completely. I watched many of Aaron’s lives where he said he just wanted his family to be apart of his life. I sure thought maybe after Aaron had his son that his family would open up.

[@lindyoliver7750]

@@xoxomira18 Do you or have you had a loved one with addiction problems?

[@svnnydayzz]

@@pantoponrosegoatoe4129 he was on his live before and asked him to get off!! This guy was a real friend!

[@infopm3567]

What a beautiful man. Aaron was lucky to have a friend like this in his life and he is so right. Never give up on someone you love and care for.

[@hollywoodbelongstosatan6557]

How do u know he is a beautiful man? How do u what kind of person he is? Nobody knows really. He could be doing this for attention money? When Aaron needed him, he did not go to see him because he was "busy"! A "real" friend.

[@bradyjohnson7705]

He had to work

[@rachelwalsh6116]

You don't know Aaron and Aaron own neighbors has said they glad he out of the neighborhood but dint want him to get out the way he did

[@Jeannie585]

Exactly

[@caramelbilquees]

@@hollywoodbelongstosatan6557 He's a real friend he wanted the best for Aaron

[@melissa-Ann]

Just listening to him, you can hear it in his voice how much he cared and still does. 💙 Friends like that, are truly rare and moreso a gem. 💎

[@11gwu11]

And the award goes to.... Have you any academy award winning films? I mean, the performance, and the reaction of the audience is the same as this, is it not?

[@EverlastingLife80]

What a amazing friend you should never give up on anyone

[@trickortrump3292]

That’s actually terrible advice. Sometimes you DO have to give up on someone because it’s the only way to save yourself.

[@Thechubbun]

@@trickortrump3292 I wish Aaron had a chance but I agree unless you’ve been very close to someone struggling with addiction and mental illness it really puts your well being at risk. I don’t think Nick ever gave up on him he just had to love him from a distance.

[@melaninmonroeeee]

@@Thechubbun your last sentence is just a euphemism for giving up on him…

[@Thechubbun]

@@melaninmonroeeee cause you could’ve saved him right? I grew up watching House of Carters Nick tried to be the parent Aaron never had (even if it was tough love at times) Aarons health was declining for many years.

[@melaninmonroeeee]

@@Thechubbun why could I have saved him you weirdo . You’re just saying anything now 💀 . And I know it was . That is why he shouldnt have have got a restraining order on him and then abandoned him . Especially after these lives that he was doing the huffing . Literal cries out for help . Now watch nick go on these sympathetic hobo tours doing a bunch interviews about the situation. trying to make himself seem like a good guy . Smh

[@SauCeeOne]

*Addiction* is REAL *Loneliness* is REAL *Mental illness* is REAL This man's gentleness has my tears flowing. I know that I am _not alone_ I see you & you are 💓LUVED.

[@RK-mv4mt]

This is the ONLY honest interview I've seen. He just confirms what we all have been saying!!!! Aarons so called friends and fans didn't care, they loved the extra attention they got from being associated with Aaron. The ALL KNEW what he was doing and did not tried to help him!!!!! They are at fault as well as Aaron. So sad. As for his family, maybe some of them cut him off bc of his addiction. Maybe they did try and help him and then finally they realized they needed to put themselves first and love from a far or he cut them out bc they did try and help him.

[@staceyangers9839]

A lot of people actually did try to help him. He pushed a lot of people away. You can't force a person to get help that doesn't want it. Aaron had a lot of enablers that wouldn't give him tough love or an ultimatum. Several of these people were complicit in his actions and behavior and cared more about what he thought of them than they ever cared about him.

[@ellef2468]

@@staceyangers9839 True but he had so many more enablers that turned the other cheek to his addiction

[@nadiner889]

For all we know, this guy is another enabler. So quick to do an interview like this is pretty odd. I believe one of his ex’s mentioned he was surrounded by enablers.

[@ingridr8917]

Aaron was in total denial of his addiction He always bragged about being “Cali Sober”. There were a lot of us that tried to talk him into getting help. Unfortunately you cannot force someone into sobriety. He needed a conservatorship but that would have just infuriated him more

[@angiechristensen638]

His fans always tried to help him. Even calling police to do a welfare check on Aaron a while back. Aaron had all the resources he needed to get help, like going on "the Dr.s" but he was too worried about proving to everyone that he didn't need help. It's easy to blame others. But if you've never had to deal with someone in addiction, you won't understand how difficult it is. R.i.P. Aaron Carter. I hope he's finally at peace.

[@keitha.563]

Aaron Carter was completely misunderstood . I am addict recovering like him but the struggles never go away . I spoke to him on some of his Livestreams in the past so heartbreaking with his loss. Addiction causes so many Problems .. and ONLY a person who suffers with the same Problems truly understands . Rest in peace my dude . Heart hurts since 💔 Saturday. ✌🏼

[@vanessamontes1463]

Most definitely...this shit is sad

[@rosieleon2323]

Definitely misunderstood

[@dianacanelo254]

Aaron deserved better in this world. It was evident that he was suffering and in need of love. He did seem to love life and tried hard to get well.

[@angiemcmeans888]

At the end of the day, no matter how hard or how long you've tried, you simply cannot save someone from themself. This is so sad and a lot of Aaron's behaviors remind me so much of my brother. The constant drama and near death experiences you watch your addicted loved one create and go through is so hard. Anytime you try to intervene or say anything then they turn on you. I despise addiction and my heart breaks that this young man is gone. What a handsome and talented person. Such a crying shame.

[@kevinchitamun5839]

The brain gets heavily impacted over time and thus there are very powerful urges which can be overwhelming (as per latest research which shows that dopamine transforms the brain to make it a priority to use ergo the strong cravings). It is a brain disease (self-inflicted) but a very, real physical damage alongside the emotional trauma that started it in the first place. The person is not necessarily creating drama on purpose. The urges are just so powerful. The person may be trying their best to stop but it is difficult and they need support. As long as they are trying, their loved ones must try and not give up on them. That is the only way, the addicted person has a chance of overcoming. I agree though that yes, the person has to want to stop and make the effort. Otherwise, one can only wait until they are ready to want to stop, try and make them see what is happening and pray that they will survive until they are ready to stop.

[@angiechristensen638]

Exactly. I went through this with my son for years. I tried everything. He would steal from us every chance he got. Lie to us non stop. The addiction changed him in so many ways. It took his soul. Unless the person accepts they need help and want out of that life. There is nothing anyone can do.

[@elenawilliams32]

@@angiechristensen638 I'm so sorry to hear your son had these battles. It's so bloody hard to always be supportive when 99% of their behaviour is controlled by the need to feed their addiction. It turns them into the opposite of who they really are. My brother trashed my mum's house because she wouldn't give him more money (it destroyed part of her and not just financial side) the lies and manipulation were unbelievable. Please don't blame yourself as many do. I used to say to my mum that if she did something wrong then all of us siblings would be like him, we're not. It's a combination of so many issues, trauma and bad choices. I don't know what your situation is now but I hope you have some peace and joy back in your life. Take care. 💙

[@kevinchitamun5839]

@@angiechristensen638 I am sorry you were through this. Yes, the addiction literally transforms someone, even down to the brain structure. The urge is so powerful it can drive you to behaviours you would not do otherwise. The worse thing is the more you take, the more you want to take as the brain gets reprogrammed with every massive release of dopamine (10-20 times natural levels). The positive is that studies have shown that people with addiction issues who manage to overcome this, basically evolve. Their brain becomes different from the brains of other non-addicts: it develops a centre of control which others do not have and this allows them to have successful lives..hence the saying "THe addict who overcomes addiction, goes on to do great things". I hope your son gets the help (and will) he needs.

[@angiemcmeans888]

@@angiechristensen638 I so know what you're saying and I've been in Alanon for the last 7 years because of my own son and his drinking. I was killing myself trying to save him. He didn't want help, he wanted me to enable him. He walked out of rehab and just became more and more abusive. I'm sorry you've had to experience this with your own son and I hope you're learning ways to cope so that you can live your life with some sort of peace and hope.

[@SamanthathaQuinn]

Having a friend who speaks so genuinely kind and loving from his heart, truly shows how good Aaron was as a person and friend himself

[@race8810]

I totally agree, Aaron’s passing is extremely tragic, but please remember not to blame family, being close to and support love ones with mental challenges is extremely hard and sometimes we just don’t know how to keep going anymore 😔

[@JamieBraves]

I want to hug him 😢 he’s the one who is being strong for everyone, and needs a shoulder to cry on.

[@KarePPluvu]

Agreed

[@radiatelight4100]

One thing I really liked about Aaron was that he was very vulnerable. He was very open about his feelings and forgiveness with his family. He was such a sweet person looking to be loved and included. It seems like his family wanted nothing to do with him. Rest in Peace sweet soul

[@rozcindylove4583]

They did not Aaron was so so deeply hurt. They knew he was ill they knew the things he said where delusions but acted like those words were coming from a sane man. Unfortunatly so did many many people and he was mercilessly bullied. Aaron missed his sister and brother a lot.

[@miaqueen9578]

I have a sister like him and let mr tell you, there comes a time where you get exhausted dealing with people like that. I distanced myself from my sister because no matter what i do to help or say, she act like everthing is everyone elses fault. I cant do it anymore. she is toxic and exhausting. Aaron was the same way. Its his own fault. But still, sad he died so young.

[@bradyjohnson7705]

I guess he was abusive towards nick that's why he cut him off

[@bedofrosessss]

I don’t know if they realised how special he was.

[@krystinaz]

Wow, I’m blown away with Gary’s response to the interview; what a kind hearted person. My condolences 💐 Gary, we can tell Aaron meant a lot to you.

[@Mkay999]

This was the most caring loving respectful interview I have come across for anyone. I am so moved

[@cindypowell6358]

Amen to what he said about never giving up on someone who’s battling mental illness. My sister passed away unexpectedly a few years ago 11/27 & she battled many years with mental illness ( it was triggered by verbal abuse in a toxic marriage ). She had a heart of gold but her mind told her things that weren’t true. Eventually her health continued to decline over the years. Ultimately it contributed to her passing. My heart goes out to Aaron’s family & friends. It’s easy to judge when we’re not in someone else’s situation. I pray for peace & comfort in this most difficult time. 🙏♾

[@elenawilliams32]

I'm sorry that you lost your sister under these circumstances. It's bloody hard having a family member with mental illness, especially when substance addiction issues are also in play. For all these people commenting about how his family abandoned or enabled him... They have no idea of the toll it takes when you have to deal with their issues day in, day out for years and years. They need support, they need people to not give up on them, especially family. We have no idea of what really went on so it seems unfair to judge. And tragically as you sadly know, sometimes all the support you can possibly offer isn't enough. It sounds like your sister knew that you had her back. I hope if she had children that you have an incredible relationship with them. Take care.

[@majidhussain3896]

So sorry to hear Cindy. Stay strong. To enter Paradise, believe and say - Ash hadu anna la ilaha il ul la wa ash hadu anna Muhammadan abduhu wa rasulalah Say - I bear witness there is nothing worthy of worship except Allah and prophet Muhammad peace be upon him is the last and final messenger of Allah Upon saying the above Shahada all of your sins will be removed and all of your good deeds will be added on and you will insha'Allaah enter Paradise by the mercy of Allah

[@nox7282]

@@elenawilliams32 Exactly. Those saying you should never give up have never really dealt with one of these people. Mentally ill addicts can be, and often are, detrimental to your own health - you can give up on them when it’s affecting your own health and happiness. They have to want to help themselves...

[@JohnAndreasNY]

@@nox7282 exactly right. My wife, soon to be ex, is beating the shit out of herself, fracturing her own arm, giving herself black eyes, ripping her hair out of her head, running around fucking any guy that will have her, showing them pictures of the bruises she’s giving herself in an effort to have one of these guys kill me or beat me and I never laid a hand on her. All our arguments were about her drinking every day and her need for this exuberant lifestyle that I found hard to provide, that’s it. In her mind, and she truly believes this, she’s a victim of physical and verbal abuse and she sells a fantastic story. She tried to have me put away for 10 to 20 years based on lies she made up. When that didn’t work, shes now trying to get some guy mad enough to want to “handle me” himself. No one will help me. Her parents are fucking morons. Isn’t there a point where you consider your own safety and life first? The safety and life of our 4-year-old son? Luckily I have custody but it’s sick how I have to live a life in fear with no one to help and I have text messages of her trying to plan my murder and she’s not even a citizen of the U.S. it’s sickening.

[@travet1000]

@@elenawilliams32 This guy is full of crap and disgrace. His family never gave up on him. Shame on this man.

[@stefaniamalatesta8076]

I was upset that his friend spoke initially but he is trying to clear Aarons name and really send a message out to the world. What a kind man.

[@SteffiNovaASMR_Replays]

Same. Turned out to be a lovely interview.

[@florencemitts5466]

My heart goes out to his family and friends. My condolences.

[@lulabee384]

This drops me to my knees. He is absolutely correct. We can NEVER EVER give up on those with mental health issues. They just want to be loved and know that they are not alone and that they are ok. Good lord….another beautiful soul gone. This is just heartbreaking. God rest his soul-🙏❤️

[@Petra-yx5tg]

Are we ok to give up on those who don't have mental health issues?

[@lulabee384]

@@Petra-yx5tg NEVER! 🙏❤️

[@BuddhatheRockstar]

What a wonderful friend who loved him unconditionally.

[@pshay2410]

"They dont think the way we think. They're different - their mind is different. So we need to love and support them. So we should never give up on them." As someone who experienced (maybe still) mental illness, this is spot on. 😔 I also believe he did not take his own life. Coz even if he went through a lot and almost gave up on himself and life. He still always find a reason to fight and love life especially now that he has a son. For sure he still wanted to be there for him bec. he knew out of everyone that it's so difficult to be left alone and he didnt want that to happen to his son and experience what he experienced but sadly this happened. 💔 I pray to God for your soul to be at peace, Aaron. I also pray for everyone who experience the same to be given a second chance in life and see the light in times of darkness.

[@ShugerPlum0263]

Well said. I could not agree more. Thank you

[@Danaleafs]

Real and authentic. Had me in tears. What a lovely man.

[@pearcey1113]

I have mental health issues and this man is telling it so spot on, I’m in the same spot but I’m off all drugs only smoking weed, I’m 4 years clean but still struggling with my mind big time, this is such a sad story and I hope it helps at least one person get clean

[@barbcosgrove64]

I pray 🙏🙏🙏 for you to get better soon ❤️❤️❤️...

[@Murphystar]

Bless you Pearcey111 🙏🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@ericasimagala3874]

Hoping for your fast recovery, bless you🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@charlesritter6640]

Whatever your illness is become an expert on it. Read every book you can find on the subject and attack your illness like a wild animal. Good luck

[@anci2aa]

Call on Jesus to save you and help you to overcome your mental health issues.He can set you free from it if you repent and come back to him.

[@SaloAdventures]

RIP Aaron. I was following you hard for the last two years of your life. I’m sorry this happen.

[@LeoM-zt3pl]

I sense that Aaron was someone that was tough to love as he pushed a lot of people away. But deep down, he wanted them to help pull him out of his spiral. This barber seems like one of his true friends and someone who could be trusted.

[@tiffanystarbeck2279]

I’m so glad this man will be there for Prince.. Aaron is looking down on him and will be happy knowing that he will have a father figure in his sons life.. Rest easy .. you will be missed! RIP 🙏🙏❤❤

[@hollywoodbelongstosatan6557]

Oh Lord have mercy. The dead are dead, non-existent. What are you talking about? U think the dead can hear us and watching over us??? Please for your sake, read the bible please see what Jesus says about death and the dead! Their soul is either in hell or purgatory unless they were saints, perfect human beings, then they would go to heaven immediately. Where do u get this idea that the dead are in heaven watching over us? Why do u think there's a hell and a purgatory? Hell is for non-jesus believers and purgatory is for Jesus followers, but those people died in their sins and need to be purified cleansed up before going to heaven. Plus how do you know this guy will be there for prince? How do u know really what he is saying it's the truth? Yes I hope Aaron rests in peace. He will be missed🙏♥️😭

[@kimstull3266]

Prince wth that mean?

[@kimstull3266]

@@hollywoodbelongstosatan6557 YOU ARE VERY VERY WRONG I HAVE DEALT WITH SPIRITS ALL MY LIFE I'M A SENSITIVE/ EMPATH AMD AND I AM A VERY EDUCATED WOMAN SO DON'T TRY TO GO THERE.. SO EVERYONE HAS THEIR OWN BELIEF'S AND FOR YOU TO COME AT SOMEONE LIKE THIS IS VERY VERY WRONG & VERY VERY DISRESPECTFUL..

[@tiffanystarbeck2279]

@@kimstull3266 his son

[@mandapandababay]

Gary was Aaron's true friend. He seems like a great guy. The world needs more of these kind of people! 🙏❤️

[@cookscove3899]

Im not one to cry over a celebrity death.. but man the news of his passing made me feel so sad. He seemed like a good person, just tortured w his illnesses.. may u rest easy Aaron 💓

[@norah9345]

💓

[@Valerie-Love]

What a genuine caring man. Glad Aaron had him in his life ❤

[@jasminej2844]

I’m kind of going through the same thing with my brother. He is currently hospitalised and family has totally given up on him. Very sad but I will always be there even though I have depression/anxiety and may not be enough. But I’m doing my best bro x will always be by your side.

[@CrystalKat]

This is heartbreaking 💔 I hope your brother can make it, praying for a miracle

[@haleyhopes5774]

From an addict in recovery- please please take care of yourself and do not sacrifice your mental health for his. No matter how much you love him, he cannot and will not change until HE wants to! I’ll be praying/sending positive vibes to all of you.

[@jasminej2844]

@@haleyhopes5774 it’s not only addiction he has developed paranoid schizophrenia from the weed use. So he is extremely vulnerable. It is killing me mentally im not going to lie but what choice do I have? I know weed is not seen as Drug but it really is.

[@haleyhopes5774]

@@jasminej2844 I’m so sorry to hear that. I worked in a mental health facility that dealt with many patients on the schizophrenia spectrum and it was incredible to learn just how powerful that illness and the human mind can be. I’m glad that your brother has you in his corner though! You may not always feel strong but you are stronger than you think! Just having the guts and heart to not just follow your family’s actions proves that. Giving up is easy. Standing side by side while he’s in battle is not:)

[@NS-qv5gm]

This was literally me 2 years ago! Can’t believe I came across your comment.. I truly believe this is your sign that things WILL get better, my brother recovered completely and is sober today living as the best version of himself I’ve ever seen . Never give up ❤ keep praying. Rehab saved his life !

[@cmiller415]

What a sweet friend. I hope the fact that he was such a good and caring friend gives him some comfort.

[@KimberlyVasquez1989]

This man is a 100 % right never give up on your loved one due to mental illness there not in there right mind and just be there to support them by staying positive for them no negativity I have shared my experiences with more then one loved ones and I will never cut them out my life because life is to short my God is a healer and savior and I believe in his ever lasting miracles ☝🏾🙏🏽 we sure do need more people like this men right here 👏🏽

[@JohnAndreasNY]

What if that person (wife) is beating the shit out of herself, fracturing her own arm, running around fucking any guy that will have her, showing them pictures of the bruises she’s giving herself in an effort to have one of these guys kill you or beat you and you never laid a hand on her. Isn’t there a point where you consider your own safety and life first?

[@carriebashaw124]

Dude? Where is this coming from?😮

[@taracamille8849]

What a sweet person this man is. The world needs more people like him!!!

[@melaninmonroeeee]

Wow , what a great friend . God bless him 🤎🙏🏾✨

[@gingersnapped5235]

Aaron needed more people like this man in his life, he seems like a genuine friend, who really cared & wanted the best for him. I hope he is able to stay in Aaron's sons life, and be there for the little guy. RIP, Mr. Carter, hope you are at peace now.

[@greenblood64]

This is heartbreaking. I’m so sorry for Aaron and his baby and family. He is much too young to die.

[@FORTHEBY_BY]

All of my family members gave up on my brother. He was a funny, kind, honest, true man and an alcoholic. I enjoyed every moment with him. 😊 RIP Bro! RIP AC!

[@dariuscoates894]

There’s only so much you can do at a certain point, no one knows the full picture-mental illness does not excuse you to do anything you want without consequences

[@jessirey4]

I’m so sorry. I hope you’re doing okay 🤍

[@tanias2374]

💖💖💖🙏🙏🙏

[@eggplantisme]

I agree with everything this man said. Bless him. And rest in power to Aaron Carter.

[@magicvampirelver1321]

Same... his family should of kept trying really

[@MisssKayy]

This man is trying to make himself look like a great friend and a hero. But Aaron is dead. He didn’t save him. So, why try to blame his family? Pathetic.

[@magicvampirelver1321]

@@MisssKayy maybe but that whole family has issues really...my prayers goes out to them tho.

[@Ms.Laterholmes5253]

Well you could be in a room full of people and still feel lonely I know that too well. I’m sorry for your loss

[@Luckyduck82180]

Sad but true. I understand that feeling too

[@unicornzrreal1985]

I definitely know the feeling too well. I made it through though. 🙏

[@staceylopez5375]

@@unicornzrreal1985 I'm glad you made it through. Hopefully, I'll get there too. Some days are just too hard.

[@unicornzrreal1985]

@@staceylopez5375 I got through years of bullying because of my pets and my loving family. You will too. 🙏♥️

[@Karmen2010]

So true. People always say to be there for those who are struggling but it's not always enough to get through your struggles. I'd rather be lonely by myself then among other people.

[@fuaaaah]

It's very hard not to give up. I gave up on my brother. He almost broke my own family I gave him my son's bed to stay with us and do good. I never wanted him to be alone but he messed up over and over again. He made my mom very sick. Took money from me and my older brother and all this when I was pregnant. He wouldn't care. Worst time of my life. I cried during the whole pregnancy. I left everything aside to help him but he didn't want my help so I gave up. Sometimes you can only do so much. They don't want to be helped, they already gave up on their own but blame the family.

[@iamthedaughteroftheking3704]

I saw his ET 2017 interview, back then It broke my heart and I don’t know how people can make fun of people looks

[@kennedyfknalexa]

I agree! Idk how people were dogging this man. On drugs? yes he was and it aged him. But he was never ugly even on drugs. I’ve always thought he was attractive. I just wish he would have seen his light. Mental health is so important.

[@YahuahsChosen]

King Yahuah! Daughter of Tsyion! Aaron was biologically female. Forced to be inverted as a child. Elite gender inversion goes back to sodom and eunuchs in scripture. There's certain genetic markers that are ONLY FOUND ON WOMAN VS MEN NO EXCEPTIONS. These genetic forensic markers help us identity biological gender despite the current genitals presented bc we all know those can now be made and with self lubrication and or erection. Collar bones...men have straight collar bones. women have angled. Kim K has straight collar bones. Male only traits. Aaron has a curved mandible, oval skull, naval below the wasit, hour glass figure, female q angle, female gait, female digit ratio, no brow ridge, subcutaneous fat. There's not a female marker Aaron doesn't meet. This explains the dru9s and mental health issues. The 🤫 is a vow of silence until death. ✌ is the sign for androgyny. They believe you ascend to divine being once you've combined both sexes in 1 temple. They believe "Adam" was made male and female and was later split and bla bla bla cabalism.... The FTMs are harder to spot but that female gait everytime he walks is a giveaway. Mel is an obvi trans women. They used a SURROGATE. This is the normal.

[@Dessie716]

someone with anxiety and depression im hugging this man hes right we do perceive life differently and we do see things and feelings differently and possibly a lot stronger

[@allig929]

What an amazing friend💕

[@venessahunt1364]

Wow...now this is an amazing friend,theres still good people out there,rip Aaron Carter....rest easy

[@tiffanyritter9468]

Its so sickening seeing part of the world being so heartless about his death. He was totally struggling but thats why we (addicts) need help! Family cutting addicts off and not having that support, results into death because why try after we lose it all? Sending my deepest condolences to his friends and family.

[@Lyssa0095]

Yess amen this is exactly how I lost my best friend . And countless others 💔

[@thelonemaiden]

youre referring to family of origin. that's because that's the source of his pain.

[@bristout226]

Yes, I feel hollywood, the the loss of support from his family sent him spiraling. It's so sad, you'd think they would have tried the best they could after his sister passed I'm the same way. Rip Aaron.

[@ellef2468]

I don't see much hate about his death but rather people calling his enablers out on their BS bc we knew this day was coming soon

[@nattie911]

He was very abusive. His family and fans have tried to help him for years. Mental illness does not excuse abuse, and people can only tolerate so much abuse because they need to set boundaries and cut someone off. Other people need to take care of their mental health and Aaron wasn't taking care of his.

[@user-ip3ym2sm5r]

RIP. RIH. Aaron Carter. You were a good stand up dude. I wish you knew while you were here walking with us on this journey called life how much you were loved. Your family misses you more than you or anyone else could ever know. Rest easy in Gods loving grace. Your son Prince will grow up knowing that you were not perfect, but you were a child of God. You were the kind of man he could be proud of. You were making major money moves for your son. Coming back into the lime light to leave him a little piece of heaven on earth. Condolences to the entire Carter family

[@ghostymeow]

I get good vibes from this guy! I’m glad Aaron had at least one good friend in his life.

[@dawnmarie9813]

What a kind soul Gary is. I’m sorry for your loss Gary. #RipAaron.

[@unicornzrreal1985]

This man was more of a family to Aaron than his actual family. So sad. There's no excuse to be so unkind and cold towards your children. I couldn't imagine going through the things I've gone through without having a loving family. Aaron deserved that so much. He was such a beautiful person. We love you baby, please rest in peace, soar high. 🙏💔☁️♥️💘

[@phoenixrising_1973]

I AGREE! especially when there's a strong possibility Aaron's childhood contributed. The adults have it hard on Hollywood. I can't even image what a child would go thru. But many former child stars struggle. It's not ALL Aaron's fault, the parents definitely played.a role. They turned their back on him so they wouldn't have to face the fact they FAILED Aaron...

[@chatnoirsilver4790]

It's not his family's fault, he threatened to kill his sister and Nick's wife among a lot of other turmoil he put them through. He chose to do drugs and act out and make threats. His family had to protect their kids. Anyone who has dealt with someone like that in their family knows. It's sad but in the end , he is solely responsible for his own downfall.

[@ellef2468]

I'm sure Aaron didn't threaten this man's family or make false allegations against him like he did Nick for so many years. I would have shut him out of my life as well.

[@unicornzrreal1985]

@@chatnoirsilver4790 his mom took his money at a young age. Of course he'd act out. When someone us going through that they need love and support from parents too. Which was lacking.

[@chatnoirsilver4790]

@@unicornzrreal1985 it's everyone's fault but his SMH , BTW he had his baby taken by CPS bc he was abusive to him .

[@Sourpatch46]

Such a sad end to a tragic story. I hope he has some peace now.

[@RM-ws2kw]

My family and friends have given up on me. I feel like this will be my path. I'm drunk and high af rn. I'm not asking for a pitty party just know that it happens to all of us and please don't ever give up on someone who is lost. Especially if they ask for help.

[@longstrangetrip9920]

It doesn’t mean they’ve given up permanently. Trust things will change and nothing stays the same, it’s up to you to make that change and I know it’s hard but be strong, for YOURSELF. There’s still so much you can do in your life.

[@Blank_sp8ce1234]

May God bless this man. He was the support Aaron needed but unfortunately, as he said, one person giving love was not enough 😢

[@michellelee686]

He was a true friend an I believe he will uphold his work he loved his friend rip Arron

[@nicholasgarrick8855]

He is a true friend I'm happy Aaron did have him in his corner RIP Aaron hope he find peace🙏🏽😢.

[@carolinarodriguez8553]

if people were like this, the world would be better! such a real friend!

[@palova3202]

What a Beautiful,loving, compassionate friend.❤️❤️❤️This made me cry...so sad.😢

[@stephaniemurray1712]

This man is a good friend to Aaron! So glad he had a loving friend in his life♥️ Rest peacefully Aaron..no more pain anymore just peace now♥️♥️

[@Rakel6784]

Wow..Gary Madatyan was a real true friend..I think the one thing Aaron needed was his brother Nick and sisters to go to his house and hug him and tell him they loved him unconditionally..I have a sister that's a meth addict and I could never abandon her..I always hold her and tell her I love her..We are now going together so she could go through therapy for her trauma and addiction..I will never leave her side

[@tracymarquez6875]

Exactly, those that are able to heal have a stronger support system that never fails them. Loving hugs are all that some need with comforting words, but sadly too many die without that empathy/loving kindness from their family members

[@rozcindylove4583]

Lovely thats how it should be. You wouldnt take her to the courthouse for a restraining order if garble came out her mouth then?

[@brittneeruiz3566]

That's a friend. I don't even want to write this but RIP Aaron. I understand the hold of huffing. My heart breaks for you and your family.

[@valeria3070]

I have a friend right now in Chile living as a homeless person due to drugs and mental illness, it’s almost impossible to help someone that want help.

[@jennashea9161]

Facts

[@nox7282]

Exactly. But according to this guy you should never give up! You can tell a lot of ppl speaking on this don’t know any addicts.

[@valeria3070]

@@nox7282 omg yes, I got her help, called for favours from people that I know in Chile and she does not want help, she does not want to get better, and we can only wait for her to die or wake up😞

[@jubileejennings1413]

I'm so thankful Aaron did actually have one real true friend. Bless you sir!!!! R.I.P. Aaron 🥀🖤🥀

[@kerri6615]

Such a sad end to a tragic story. I was following Aaron for the past 3yrs. I was hoping he would get it together for his Son but, unfortunately alot of people saw this coming. It's nobody's fault. Aaron had to want the help he most definitely needed but, unfortunately he didn't. I hope he's at peace now. #RIPAaroncharlesCarter 🙏🕊

[@11Christys11]

So agree with this! He kept insisting he was clean 5 years and we just watched him huff. I was so hoping he would go back to rehab

[@lucywiiitch9427]

Happy 5 years of trolling another man

[@KatieJoMikell]

Agree. I was following him for about three years too I couldn’t believe the amount of people that were so mean to him but I was so proud of him because he would always stick up for himself and he would shut these people down gosh I hate mean people! Mean people suck! Then at the end of the day you know who wins? They win because caring loving kind hearted human beings get hurt cuz we care about others. It’s the cold hearted narcissist that just sit back and knock everybody down. MEAN PEOPLE Are the worst humans on the planet!

[@kerri6615]

Me too! Sad.😥

[@kerri6615]

I know. People would tell him to kill himself. That's mean af. Now they should be happy. Smh!

[@Joolz1982]

Lovely words. Always thought Aaron seemed like a fragile but decent guy.

[@CapeRN]

What a kind , compassionate man. It makes me feel a little better about the horrors Aaron endured as a young star, to know at his most vulnerable he had friends like this who cared about him.

[@clpr2023]

Breaks my heart. Rest easy Aaron. You deserved better

[@dora4145]

Salute to this guy! You are a true friend.

[@ajunem61]

Never give up on family with mental Illness. My son was diagnosed with Bipolar disorder and I never gave up on him. He is thriving right now and living on his own, supporting himself. Never ever give up!

[@joanjenny926]

Wow, lovely friend and supportive person. Loneliness can be so overwhelming that for a highly sensitive person the days can be very long and feel empty. He battled addiction for many years and that becomes a lack of grounding and moves like a roller coaster. "Free at last.... free at last...thank God Almighty I am free at last". Just a beautiful Soul. Peace to the World.

[@CherrrrBear]

That’s exactly what I think too, he relapsed and was isolated- and I hope they do an autopsy bc huffing is what he was addicted to most. I am in recovery myself and it’s hard at first, but it’s worth it. Don’t give up on addicts, just try!! Please!! They did give up on him, Aaron said that in many interviews and kept saying how he loved his family.. this friend is truly incredible

[@EdWard-ie5wn]

You've got to be in a really bad place to be huffing all the time. If you've never huffed it feels like you are kind of just obliterating yourself for 20 seconds. It's a very dangerous, extreme form of escapism

[@aRealParadise]

Huffing what??

[@michellel44]

The opposite of addiction is attachment. Loneliness and being rejected is so cruel to those experiencing mental illness and addiction

[@YouTubervid90]

Bro that is the truest friend that I’ve ever seen!

[@DarthFurie]

A lot of these comments are very misguided. I have been sober for 2.5 years now and in the worst pit of my addiction, some people had to take space from me because unfortunately when you are very sick, you can hurt other people. Those who are compassionate towards you can also experience burnout, fatigue, secondhand trauma, etc. and sometimes you cannot bear to stand so close to the flame. It is very sad but people also have the right to take space for their own sanity and wellbeing. I have some relatives and a friend still in active addiction and I keep an arm's length away from them because being around them when they're so messed up puts me in a bad mental and emotional state. But when they are ready to honestly get help, I'll be right there

[@jasondavidstapleton8337]

this still makes my hands shake

[@justagirlfromphoenix1023]

My heart hurts for Aaron 😔

[@mahal3269]

This friend really cared for him. I just wish his advice, love and attention was enough to help Aaron. I wish he listened to him to get the proper care he needed exactly at that moment and that his passing was not due to malicious intent towards him. Rest In Peace, Aaron 🕊

[@emilyr1900]

we need to be hearing more of this in our society. powerful message!

[@kaitlynneprozan4187]

Seems like such a good guy and a good friend of Aaron's. It's ashame so many people gave up on him, and didn't let him know that he was loved

[@MM-km5zf]

it's unfair to say "giving up on..."; sometimes the family try so many things to save the person who is addicted and/or sometimes the family has their own issues so doing an intervention for a family member is added stress...unless you've been there, you would not understand the painful struggles

[@michelleinsular3586]

This is so incredibly sad and heartbreaking. Even though I wasn’t a fan of his, this is a true tragedy.

[@emmalove5080]

34 is way too soon. My condolences to the Carter family and his loved ones. 🕊️🙏❤️

[@judyball2427]

How very heartbreaking. God bless this friend.

[@ingridllinas5612]

So true. We must support whoever needs to be protected, due to mental illness or addictions. Giving up is kind of selfish. What a good friend he was. I have no doubt he will look for the kid and make his life happy.

[@gleadhill79]

It's nice to know someone looked after Aaron as a friend, but also as a brother and that he had someone he could trust on his side cos that's all he seemed to want from Nick tool! Such kind and sweet guy!

[@kediyzhang]

This video makes me cry. If there's more love given to him he would've lived and continued to shine in this world

[@user_abcxyzz]

Wrong. He had plenty of love around him. He didn't love himself and that's really the only love you need. Self love.

[@MisssKayy]

@@user_abcxyzz exactly! Quit blaming everyone else. That’s not fair. He did this to himself unfortunately.

[@dextermoore278]

@@user_abcxyzz WRONG. Self love is not the only love you need. Aaron needed loving friends and family members who actually cared about him.

[@user_abcxyzz]

@@dextermoore278 sure bud

[@timothya.olmeda7299]

@@dextermoore278 Who wants to be around a self destructive drug addict who is a time bomb. He made his choices in life, and the consequences that stem from it. He had it all, compared to the majority of the youth throughout the world, most of which have had much less than he had throughout his life. He was a pity party that was destined to be no more.

[@vibranthang13]

Very well said, this is very sad. He had this good friend, sorry that his friend was not able to help him rest in peace🙏🏽

[@razzyp]

There was an interview he did with No Jumper and he said referring to a man that came to give him something when No jumper said that man was his friend Aaron said “That’s not my friend he’s my bodyguard, I don’t have any friends” 🥺 He said it with so much conviction, I felt that…and I felt for him. For some reason I couldn’t let that part go. 😩 So sorry Aaron.

[@saida4292]

Most honest and heart-felt message 💓 I hope he really stays in touch with his son and honours his friend

[@allanvillano238]

Wow !!!! Such as an amazing person. He is really a true friend.

[@spookycutie666]

Wow, I wasn't going to watch this- but he is a real one. A true friend, and a beautiful kind hearted human. I'm glad he had a friend like this, and that his son will always have a father figure in his life 💙

[@apriltownsend8463]

Just because you aren't told everything, doesn't mean you know what's going on. You have no idea how hard his family tried to reach out or help him but at some point, you have to stop helping someone who doesn't want it. Pushing them only pushes the relationship apart and nobody wants that.

[@ashakir622]

This! I can appreciate this guy's experience with Aaron, and it's obvious that he loved and cared for Aaron. But I didn't totally agree with what he said about Nick "giving up". I've read Nick's memoir and listened to what he's said over the years about his relationship with his family, namely Aaron. Nick bent over forwards, backwards, and sideways to try to help Aaron. But like you said, you can't help someone who doesn't want to help themselves. Bringing it back to this interview, when this guy talked about Aaron entertaining going to rehab, it almost sounded like Aaron wasn't truly doing it for himself, and that's the problem. He didn't want to help himself FOR himself, and unfortunately, there's nothing anyone else can do for someone like that, family or otherwise. Where Nick is concerned, apparently, things got so bad that Aaron had threatened to kill Nick's wife. Mental illness or not, it's understandable for him to want to keep his distance after something like that. And just because Nick was estranged from Aaron does not mean he didn't love his brother. Sometimes, when a family member is spiraling, the best you can do is love them from a distance and hope and pray that they get help for themselves. There's also the issue of enabling. The more you endure someone's toxic behavior, the more you're communicating to them, consciously or not, that their behavior is acceptable, hence encouraging them to continue spiraling. I say all of this from experience and with love. I hope Aaron is finally at peace and that his family is finding comfort during this time.

[@schoolgyrl6]

@@ashakir622 You said it perfectly 💯

[@nox7282]

Exactly. How do people expect his family to help him when he doesn’t want help?

[@bradyjohnson7705]

True

[@marsoblivi0n945]

@@ashakir622 He felt tons of loneliness and rejection from his family which can do you in real fast. They never cared about that man. Especially nick carter. Then not caring is what created his addiction from the pain is caused. Nick is a pos sorry you all are blind