Steve-O: Alcoholic mom faked terminal cancer

[@GrahamBensinger]

Enjoy the full interview with Steve-O here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKbQZYqrmLCIas0

[@kikeheebchinkjigaboo6631]

THE FATHER WAS CHEATING ON HIS MOM VIA BUSINESS TRIP hence the drinking

[@phatcatmousekiller2768]

Most people will never understand how dangerous alcohol really is

[@iWillWakeYouUp]

They will only understand once their GABA receptors have been fucked up the rear end by the booze, and once they'll have to progressively poison themselves with alcohol and benzos just not to die from withdrawal. DO NOT DO GABA DRUGS - EVER. Don't do alcohol, don't do benzos, don't do barbiturates. Leave that garbage alone.

[@iWillWakeYouUp]

@@bobTom37 GABA receptors are wonderful and important. GABA-agonist drugs are terrible. Never do them if you want to stay healthy and sane.

[@MidnightBootySnatchr]

Gaba receptors? Gaba drugs? Tell me more..🤔🤔🤔

[@thealienarms]

@@iWillWakeYouUp recreationally*. There are applications for sedation on benzos for medical procedures like wisdom teeth removal or something

[@iWillWakeYouUp]

@@thealienarms Obviously, but only for VERY short times. Less than a week, and not daily. You will end up recking your GABA receptors and your brain chemistry if you do it for too long, which in many cases was just a bit more than a week or two. It's literally that dangerous.

[@catieq5270]

Shoutout to the neighbor who volunteered to take a child to his baseball game, so his dreams weren’t totally crushed. We desperately need more people like you in this world!

[@purplefloyd1513]

Yeah that hit me to my parents were abusive and alcoholic and I used to hide at my friends house cuz his parents actually cared for me

[@carryeveryday910]

Yeah if you have ever worked with kids you know that’s not something you do nowadays if you want to avoid a lawsuit. I’ve volunteered for a youth basketball program for five+ years and the first thing they tell you is to never be in a car alone with a kid that is not yours for ANY reason because you could become the victim of someone saying you did something to their kid that you didn’t. Sadly people have had parents accuse them of child rape and things of that nature just to try and get a dollar.

[@spicypeppermushroom8708]

Now days they would do it just to molest ur kid

[@TheDiamondsions]

Agreed

[@kathrynmcelroy5658]

LOVE YOU STEVE-O!

[@christiedrake4327]

He’s aged so well. Sobriety suits him

[@VeryCherryCherry]

He's good looking, so that helps.

[@VeriStrawberi]

What? He’s 44. Looks late 50’s.

[@hardcorehunter9155]

Late 50s? LOL you're crazy

[@atwogun7751]

His teeth aren't real.

[@bptnmrphy3991]

@@atwogun7751 that's Steve O his teeth have been gone for a while.

[@Charlotte66666]

I'm glad that he came out the other end of his addiction.

[@aaroneusjames2342]

same.

[@ermnowwhere]

Brave soul!

[@SheWhoWalksWithLucifer]

A lot of people don't. Addiction is soul and body consuming it just strips you of everything about you. I'm very proud of him.

[@KevinM88TR11]

Yeah I think we all love steveo, he's a really down to earth guy

[@lesnorton3968]

hell struggle for the rest of his life. your never cured

[@brtecson]

My mom faked cancer when I had testicular cancer. I told very few people I had cancer (and you could probably guess I'm extremely introverted), but my mom was very vocal about her cancer and chemo. She later admitted to her friend that she made it all up because I was getting too much attention. I don't know why I'm sharing this, probably because this is the third time I've heard of somebody faking cancer and it stands out, IDK. The world is crazy.

[@Maria-fd9gv]

Huh, that's wild. The world really is a crazy place, with a lot of strange people in it. I'm really sorry your mom did that to you

[@PJAndersson733]

My mom has done that too. Be had a few chronic illnesses throughout my life, never liked sharing it with people (introvert), plus don’t want people feeling sorry for me. My mom has faked cancer a few times. It’s weird. I don’t get it at all. Sorry your mom is like that.

[@amber9454]

I believe you , I really do. Unfortunately having a mother fake cancer is not something that is openly or easily discussed. My mother has faked cancer through this entire pandemic. I pray for your health and well being.

[@gibememoni]

Women and attention

[@queenmoni8550]

Tyy

[@alexthelegoguy4504]

I don’t blame your father for leaving an unhealthy relationship. The fact he took you with him shows he cares for you and doesn’t want you around that kind of environment.

[@marymotherofgod4861]

Right on so many men don’t take their kids dad is awesome bless mom too she prob in addition was dealing with mental issues I’m sorry to hear this STEVEO IM ALWAYS A LOYAL FAN BLESS U N EVERYONE READING THIS 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@nimanixo]

probably should have left her alot sooner

[@texastea5686]

@@nimanixo but remember, she put on an act that she was fine, then went loose when dad left for business trips. But it's better to be in denial--so for him, "oh shes ok" until he couldn't take it anymore.

[@natecampisi7715]

@A H nah he the president of the South American Pepsi-Cola

[@Fern635]

It's never just one partner. He coped with her alcoholism by finding someone else. She coped with his infidelity by drinking. Neither of them appear to have made the marriage a priority. *disclaimer: everything I know about these people, I have learnt in the last 6 minutes.

[@casey-capri2914]

Steve-O has such an interesting story. Someone should strongly consider making a biopic about his life

[@spacemancam]

Casey Michel that would be dope

[@brianalexander2717]

Search Steve-o rise and demise it’s a good one

[@Okshake]

Starring Daniel Day Lewis I hope

[@Tyler.flynn.16]

We are making one right now👍🏻

[@runeplate123]

Nah

[@TheShinyDwarf1]

Awwww I wanna hug 8 year old Steve-O and cheer him on for his game

[@michaelaelizabethx]

Jon McCloud i wanted to cry when he was telling that story

[@harleydavidsonmotors2000]

Same

[@dinidusamaranayake3266]

Joe Joe Robinson huh how

[@joejoerobinson8724]

Dinidu Samaranayake Oh you know a random man hugging a 8 Year old You barely know definitely seems a little weird. I guess it be normal to Micheal Jackson

[@dinidusamaranayake3266]

@@joejoerobinson8724 He didn't mean it that way...

[@Dafastso]

god bless the lady next door driving 8 year old steve o to the game

[@robinr5337]

This is why they say "it takes a village."

[@briancannon3987]

Nowadays. Ppl would be like omg is that a pedophile

[@JJM2222]

@@briancannon3987 well they dont put warning signs on their houses.

[@briancannon3987]

@@JJM2222 u gatta look online for that

[@JJM2222]

@@briancannon3987 a lot of them don't ever get prosecuted

[@XxArjaypheonixxX]

“She just flat out said no and I couldn’t accept that” as a mom myself that fucking broke my heart in two. You gotta understand what’s important to your kids.

[@texastea5686]

She was a piece of shit mother

[@treemarie213100]

@@jocm99 That doesn’t mean that what she did didn’t hurt him terribly, especially as a child. He may have come to terms with it as an adult but it was a shit thing to do and he was deeply hurt by it. As someone who grew up with an alcoholic mother I can attest to that personally.

[@scottholder4776]

Yeah ok. You look like a real winner yourself

[@dannyramp9289]

Or you can sell them & end up with multiple lol

[@mr.thrustbone6817]

I think the overall point here is that Steve’s mom was a huge piece of shit. And as a parent, she sure was. But from a doctors standpoint or anyone who has experienced addiction or been in the buisness Steve and people like myself saw his mother as mentally ill suffering from chronic alchoholic issues. Therefore he did not blame her. I would understand as well, but definitely would hold resentment later in life and hate in my heart even though I wouldn’t want to and am extremely passive. Steve did what he had to do and got to the game. No hands down he did it right.

[@Tom-kl6ys]

Steve-o seemed really sad when he remembered smoking a joint with his mum ..

[@BadBoiFilms]

Probably misses weed a lot

[@mcnuggetsferg1685]

@@BadBoiFilms That's dark af man

[@cosmicghostrider2968]

Probably cause he realizes how f'ed up that is.

[@yup5581]

Five Skin people have different experiences and different perceptions let alone parents.

[@jaygio]

@bearsemen says you. And who are you again? Ohh ok that's what I thought, an addict.

[@curtisf64]

I could listen to Steveo stories all day, awesome guy.

[@jorgeg.3461]

X 2, and I’m not even a native speaker but this guy is an universal idol and example of life to follow. Respect!

[@333br]

@sassymatazzy I completely agree.

[@danielmims8467]

Stevo needs a legit podcast . I could listen to his stories all night . He's definitely a interesting guy, way more than I ever thought . Really articulate and a great story teller, who knew?

[@swagknight6973]

watch his youtube account

[@nadien3320]

He's starting a podcast now

[@kristijancvetkovich1154]

He has one now

[@rickDArula]

Steve O's wild ride

[@calebowens6414]

He has one now

[@penelope-oe2vr]

I love that Steve is sober and we get to enjoy him forever now rather than him dying young. He's such a cool person. So grateful he has overcome his addiction

[@ritaree123]

Yes!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@omgurheadsgone]

Steve-o is a living legend, more so because of his sobriety!

[@guitarsmoke3669]

omgurheadsgone did the most memorable shit while he was high

[@omgurheadsgone]

Guitar Smoke and he’s done all kinds of insane memorable shit while sober too

a legend? legend of what? Horse shit?

[@omgurheadsgone]

NORMALIZATION OF IGNORANCE quit projecting

@@omgurheadsgone I could say quit sucking assholes , but that's your perogative. So I'll project clarity while you protect douchebags you don't even know.

[@MagicPlants]

Love you Steve-O. My mother was an alcoholic too. My grandma had to raise me and then she got cancer so I helped take care of her in a hospital bed in her living room for the remaining 3 months of her life. I watched the only woman who ever loved me slowly and excruciatingly wither away and die. It was so traumatic and one of the only thing that makes me feel better about it is listening to you Steve-O. You're not alone. Much love.

[@GoshTasha]

@Magic Plants Sorry to hear your loss. I watched my mom die from cancer in the same manner, I wouldn't wish that experience on my worst enemy. I hope you're doing well and staying strong. Best wishes

[@thespiritiswilling9437]

Be happy knowing that you will one day see your loved ones again.

[@PoeLemic]

Spirit: You have no proof of that possibility. Sounds good, but it's false hope.

[@lulabell79_31]

@Magic Plants that's the saddest thing I've ever read. I watched my mother's similar fate; a slow suffering death. It was the worst thing I've ever had to face in life besides opiate addiction. May your life be filled with love until you can't imagine what feeling unloved even is. Peace.

[@giab2629]

My father was a physically abusive alcoholic who killed my mother when I was 11 so my grandma also had to raise me. She’s the only person that’s ever been there for me. She helped me when I was struggling with addiction and I will never forget that. She’s really old now and she’s been sick for a couple of years, I couldn’t imagine losing her. Im so sorry about your grandma and what you had to go through, I can’t imagine how hard it must have been for you.

[@lilspliffster88]

It’s cool listening to the clarity in his voice

[@JustinJamesXJS]

Sarcasm?

[@trumpstroll7438]

Jai Courvoisier sarcasm about if he's using sarcasm?

[@JustinJamesXJS]

@@trumpstroll7438 Correct.

[@trumpstroll7438]

Jai Courvoisier Ahh it's always hard to tell without the nuance.

[@ZeranZeran]

Hell yeah. When you've been through the shit, or around it enough, you can hear it in people's voices. His mind is clear and he is himself again.

[@guacamole9199]

I really admire how open Steve-o is about events in his life!! It may have taken him quite a few years to get that way I dunno, but he obviously knows that being open and honest about things in your life is the only way to really confront and conquer any pain it may cause you. He is still a pretty crazy dude, but also such an awesome person and you can tell he's very caring. Much respect for what he's done in life and where he had ended up. Steve-o rocks!!!

[@h8erz909]

All drug addicts are.

[@highlyinvolved1219]

Lifetime get on it. 😂😂

[@djhatch3130]

He has learned wise ways from Mike Tyson

[@archfiendkaguya6213]

steve-o is the fuckin man dude

[@ganbagoos4082]

joel Chamberlain sucks he’s a devil worshiper though

[@satanisacomputer4215]

I never thought I'd be looking at Steve-o as a role model

[@mattdamurdaman7966]

I know man it's Crazy to me to! Dude is such a good person.

[@ivdddoxiemama7275]

He really is a nice guy. I have met him. He has just been through so much. He's doing so much better and I am so happy for him!!😀💖

[@JeffGary9]

Steve-O has been the most honest person all this time. We just had to here him verbally to realize that.

[@trevor6048]

as opposed to hearing him through telekinesis?

[@B5s4]

@@trevor6048 that's hereing him thru telekinesis

[@alien9616]

@@trevor6048 your comment had me laughing for a good 5 minutes lol

[@yeslek]

you're fired

[@popjones9741]

His mom was beautiful. It’s a shame how certain addictions plague people.

[@afrocoolio25]

I thought the same. I am surprised she was able to maintain an image while being an alcoholic.

[@D40Oz1]

EazyEColi I won’t lie or brag but I am actually a very good looking young man and I drink about 20 beers a day, no effects on my looks and you can’t tell I’m drinking as I’m a functional alcoholic it’s just the addiction but the withdrawals are very severe, I’m in the middle of cutting down because it’s to severe or I could seizure and possibly die if I quit cold turkey but I’m absolutely lost in my mind how I got this way, it just sneaks up but what creates a functional alcoholic is that you NEED to perform daily tasks like driving and working and more or else you will end up a drunk and Homless, it tricks you’re mind and you end up with a higher intake of alcohol to get drunk because you’re constantly trying and acting to be normal after 10 beers or a 5th of alcohol that the only way someone knows you been drinking is because of the smell.... alcohol is brutal and I honestly wish it wouldint be legal because it causes more problems then anything else in this world. You may drink responsibly just like I have most my life and others aswel but there will always be that 1 down time that can cause severe alcoholism to sneak up, it’s very bad

[@zachrineer2577]

@@D40Oz1 give it 15 years, itll catch up to you like it did me. Its a shit situation, but do your best to pull out of it before you're 35-40 and wonder wtf happened to yourself. I did drugs for 7 years, took a 2 year break at the suggestion of the penal system, and went back to them for 5 more.

[@zeez9650]

@@zachrineer2577 is there any chance of revresong it am 23 been drinking almost a litter maybe litter and a half on weekends/fridays. Been stuck doing it since I was 16. It's been 6years and I still look young

[@zachrineer2577]

@@zeez9650 If you quit within the next few years you'll be fine. I did drugs like it was my job from 20-27, still looked like a golden boy. Once you hit your 30's, shit falls apart quick if you don't work at it. If I were you, keep living it up and enjoy yourself man. By 25-26, you should be slowing it down and find other shit to do. Being a weekend warrior is cool in your early years, but its sad when you get older.

[@tarynpeterbarlow5472]

Stevo looks so flippen well. So glad for him.

[@jacobmayle7306]

Coming from an addict you can tell stevo understands and knows how to overcome it

[@banzairunner7860]

How did you do it

[@Leavemynamealoneyoutubeyadog]

@Daniel 1 'solving' the problem with weed is one of the dumbest things you can say, don't try fix an addiction with a new addiction

[@tannerveatch4045]

Just for the record, don't use weed for an addiction, sobriety will help and if your getting withdrawals from herion your gonna want something that binds to the opiate receptors in your brain, not the cannibinoid receptors (ex: methadone, Suboxone, kratom). But if your an addict don't try and form a new addiction just to get over an old one

[@SavingSoulsMinistries]

@@banzairunner7860 the trick to staying sober, is to only chill with other sober people!

[@seawatersoul333]

@@banzairunner7860 the first thing you have to do is surrender completely and use the same effort you use in active addiction for your recovery...you have to be willing to go to any lengths and give up all your reservations (people places things phone numbers etc..) atleast that's what worked for me the past 2 and a half years after living that lifestyle for over 15 years and being in and out of recovery. I got honest and had hit rock bottom many time over those 15 years, but for some reason I just became exhausted physically and emotionally and mentally and felt I was at my lowest point I dont know exactly how it happened but you truly have to want it to happen. I have absolutely no desire to use or drink anymore when for years and years I was plagued with urge desperation and impulsivity.

[@lonelyvariety]

Just can’t get enough of his voice for some reason.

[@hoagie7859]

Steve-O is an amazing guy, it's really hard to put your emotions aside and look at things how he is.

[@yehoshuasmith5608]

Hearing stories about his mom's behavior makes me so upset. For me though, my dad was the alcoholic. My mom was the only light I ever had in life. thankfully my dad quit when I was a kid and he and my mom got back together, but alcohol almost destroyed my family.

[@yasminfletcher2162]

Similar to my story but my dad died from alcoholism in 2019. I’m glad things worked out for you and your family x

[@jaretgandee8330]

I like this graham bensinger. Hes kind and polite, doesnt push people, always has simple interesting input...

[@LunaLoveBad6969]

The amount of trauma he endured as a child is definitely fault and reason for his battle with addiction. No child should ever go through that and he didn’t deserve going through what he went through, I’m glad he was able to come out the other end and still here with us today ✨

[@tommygunner8680]

Its good to see steve clean and happy. He always seemed like a real cool dude. Even without the persona.

[@ae3209]

He's so empathetic to both his mom and dad ❤️ It's strongly woven into his genetics to be an addict, the fact that he's sober is so admirable. God bless you Steve-O

[@waightforrest1737]

Man I'm loving these interviews. Hits alot of buttons.

[@Epic11121]

This interview is freaking amazing! For real, finally someone who lets the guest talk!

[@crystalbecerra1918]

A true story on how we either we break or keep the cycle of family addictions.

[@Bigdaddio]

Love you Steve-O. Thank you for trying. Thank you for giving yourself another shot. You’re helping ALOT of people just being you, and documenting your journey through this. Appreciate you sir. Keep pushin!

[@Robbbbb1011]

I love this style of interview, asks the questions then sits back and allows the interviewee to speak without interruption. Steveo looks great now too.

[@nicholasvarro7382]

I know the binge drinking mother just like his, super sad... She’d always say “My nerves are shot” right before an episode started. For some people the world is a hard dark place... RIP to all the mothers out there that passed.

[@Tombombadillo999]

Nicholas Varro why just the mothers?

[@christianvolland9194]

gianni arnoldons yea if it was an alcoholic father youd be shitting on him

[@nicholasvarro7382]

Mothers carry their young for 9 months, there’s an incredible bond between mothers and their children. Fathers are great but most aren’t attached like-

[@tedmorphis9790]

It's 2019 and Steve-O is still here. Thank goodness, so great to see him free and clean.

[@asapmatt22]

steve-o "my mom faked a terminal illness to stay drunk" guy: hm next question

[@aa.4639]

Yea heard that. I almost fell out of my chair and the guy reacted like he just ihailed some air...No biggy

[@DM0407]

@@aa.4639 Editing down a long interview into 7min...

[@joegusset5902]

Obviously edited...

[@asapmatt22]

Joe Gusset of course it is... but why edit it like that??

[@moisesarmando3156]

@@asapmatt22 imagine thinking that Graham freaking Bensinger doesn't know how to his job. Loser.

[@destructor1106]

Aww I just want to hug 8 year old Steve-O and take him to his baseball game

[@maricruzorozco5058]

God bless him, he took that broken road and he never stopped walking until he reached the light!

[@Caarden1028]

Steve-O, I'm so proud that you decided to live.

[@Autz69]

So much respect for Steveo for understanding his mother’s sickness even at such a young age. Even when it cost him a lot of his childhood and situations kids shouldn’t have to go through.

[@danvtheman]

Everyone comes to a point in their life where everything the past and the present come full circle, you look at things that happened with a clear mind without judgement and you’re not in the heat of the moment anymore. You understand how you got to the point you’re at and become who you are, so that it can open the doors for who you’re meant to be , at the end of your crazy journey . I think Steve-o finally found that balance he had a long career man was still messing with lots of women in his late 30’s and came out clean with stories to tell that’s a win in my book.

[@rofufoja]

Dan V You may have, but definitely not everyone

[@Kevin_Dinkha]

“Playing Russian roulette with a fully loaded gun” wow

[@Misunao23]

And he was the one who took at least one bullet out of that gun. And he takes his sobriety super seriously. Good for him.

[@flaffy6181]

I could listen to Steve-os storytelling for hours!

[@christophersmith8486]

I come from a lineage of alcoholics. I’m so thankful my dad kicked the habit and let us know that there’s DEFINITELY a limit with booze, man. Hate that for Steveo... the stories my dad told me about his alcoholic dad would make your head spin

[@mikeschmitt3856]

Sounds just like my mom. I’d love to talk to him and how he dealt with that growing up and now.

[@kathrynmcelroy5658]

Steve-O has climbed Mount Everest and lived to tell the tale! You GO!

[@melodycryderman110]

I’ve met steve-o, he came into my gas station after speaking about addiction in Keene. Wicked funny, he made a donut joke and I thought he was someone’s dad lol 😂

[@zachhaywood1564]

I met him once at a club years back after one of his shows. He took a picture with me and chatted for about ten solid minutes. A real down to earth guy for sure!

[@loriloo1039]

I have so much respect for him. He used to annoy the hell out of me when he was a user but now he’s a hero.

[@cody2653]

You have to give graham props he’s a awesome interviewer. He just let’s Steve-O speak without almost any interruptions.

[@brijensen4158]

Hearing his childhood stories is absolutely heartbreaking.. I can’t imagine the trauma he has. I’m so, so happy he was able to get sober. He deserves it. ❤️

[@smileybear420]

Ive learned that getting drunk has its limits Once you are drunk.. you cant get drunker... you only get more and more wasted but it doesnt really feel any better

[@DuckGoddies]

Yup sadly that’s what happens after a while.

[@markterryonline]

Graham did a good job here. This guy is an interesting interview. Good stuff.

[@jaybear6112]

Love his honesty. I have learned so much more from SteveO as an adult than his jackass days.

[@babygoose8716]

So heartbreaking to hear this. Bless that neighbors heart for taking Steve-O to his game. I would’ve done the same thing.

[@michelevitarelli]

This is super depressing. I'm glad Steve O is sober.

[@deltax7159]

steve-o's story is truly remarkable. this man has completely changed his life, and the message he wants to convey to the world. good for you bro.

[@brettcoyle2399]

Graham the dude giving interview is one of the best ones ever he asks amazing questions as well as listens and let's interviewee talk with no interruptions keep videos coming

[@Jayc_e93]

Been there Steve-o my mom did the same thing. Lied about breast cancer for over a year while I took care of her!! I feel ya man. Amazing story you've got man!

[@adelinewurzer4533]

i love steveo so much. he's been through a lot and he's so intelligent, caring, and well spoken. im so happy he's sober and happy, getting sober is the best decision you could ever make tbh. it completely turned my life around.

[@HonorGuard117]

Steve-O seriously is a class act. No fakeness, all realness, he's like the epitome of redemption. He isn't out to hurt anyone or try to hurt anyone but himself, and all because of his poor and traumatic upbringing. People can say soft this and that but trauma can happen even in dysfunctional family upbringing. Lots of people have poor relationships or make bad decisions because of poor childhood. Steve-O was one of those individuals. That's why I respect him even more to see where he is today, a U turn from his fast paced lifestyle of self destruction.

[@coll4455]

So many of our families are like this and no one talks about. This is why it doesn’t skip generations as well I hope to hear more from him

[@siennammp4492]

I love how he’s open and talking about it . Thanks Steve , ppl need to know they’re not alone . And we’re all going through struggles in one shape or form . I’m super glad you’re fine , you look handsome AF.

[@msmitsumitsuko]

My mom did stuff like that too, saying she had this and that cancer while being drunk.

[@jaymoon2377]

Sobriety looks good on Steve-O, I’m honestly really glad to hear this level of clarity in his voice. It’s really quite interesting to hear him talk about his life and his history, especially so w that level of clarity in his recollection, that near contentment now that he’s where he is. He’s honestly an inspiration, at least in my opinion, and just a chill guy all around. I’m glad to see him doing as well as he is

[@Ellarezzza]

Graham asking great questions, and letting stevo talk. Ace interview. Very well done!

[@FloridaRaider]

Much admiration for you Steve-O. Strength is admitting weakness.

[@noodles169]

Steve is just an all round genuinely nice caring guy 👍

[@PortofinoArts]

Steve you re a beautiful human being...never give up succeeding in staying sober! You re a wonderful person naturally.

[@chrism1518]

It’s so strange that even after all the years of alcohol and drugs, Steve-O looks better then most people my age (early 20s)

[@paraponzo7]

it warms my heart to see steve-o this well, awesome guy, he deserve some happiness

[@RICO_SUAVE_86_]

This is more like a therapy session than an interview

[@cg741graf5]

When Grace and Truth collide you get Steve-O. Really...thank you for pulling it together and being an amazing human being.

[@JW-fq4vl]

This man is a legend in so many ways

[@_RobBanks]

I can relate to his story so much. He’s so strong to come back from the depths of those valleys he got himself into.

[@missrissa37]

He's so special. We cherish him ❤️

[@Nicole-dv8ur]

I’m hooked on watching Steve-O interviews because they have the whole package: real stories, real inspiration, and an interviewer who actually lets the person speak without cutting them off or putting an opinion in there.

[@mylynraevinton-spooner70]

He looks really good. Healthy and happy. Good for you Steve-O

[@Errcyco]

With you Steve-o mom heroin addict and dad pills. Was rough growing up in that garbage and I was an addict for a long while.. pretending it wasn’t a big deal. Glad We both made it out the other end, good work Steve-o!

[@wakazz.b8419]

steve-o could learn a lot of things to a lot of people, his story is just crazy, he managed to overcome so much ods, it's just crazy

[@muffincandle1413]

So glad he has grown up & sorted himself out. He now seems normal & more pleasant to listen too.

[@TheCynicalDude_]

I can relate to all of this. Good luck and stay sober, my dude. I know you don't need any "luck" because you decided you were done. I know exactly the feeling.

[@IndigoRoses7]

Steve O, your sobriety is amazing. I'm so glad you are here

[@blankwavemessiah]

These are SURPRISINGLY good. and Graham doesn't seem so bad after all.

[@rerickson72]

So proud of you becoming this man we see here Steve. You are an inspiration to many people.

[@JayChadwickRugby]

The story about Steve-O's neighbour having to drive him to his baseball game is so sad!

[@alexjoynes1335]

Steve 'O' listening to you talk gives hope to hundreds of thousands of people.. Thank you!

[@buddy1623]

Thank you to his neighbor who drove him, good people exist , just like Steve-o

[@surfergirl2943]

Steve O looks sooo amazing and I couldn’t be more happy for him!!

[@theextreme7134]

I wish Steve-O and Tom Waits would sing a duet!

[@startervisions]

with Mark Lanegan

[@meg7982]

Just to go through absolute hell and still be so loving and successful... so amazing and so inspiration

[@ashleyjuvancic9086]

I love steve-o so much. I’m so proud of his journey

[@sarahmcswan]

I'm so happy Stevo has gotten his life together and doing so well. My mom wasn't an alcoholic but she took pills. She had severe bi polar but wouldn't take the right meds for it. She pulled the same crap. I moved in with my dad cuz I was so sick of her crap. So she told me she had AIDS. Then few months later oh no false reading. Knowing my mom I do not believe her. I find it very refreshing and shows Stevo's maturity. That he doesn't put all the blame on his parents for all his life decisions. And that he isn't mad at them. It took me many years to get to that point. But now I feel sorry for my mom because she lost out on relationships with all 3 of her children and 6 grandchildren. And all of her family her 3 siblings aunts uncles grandma grandpa mom dad friends she has nothing and no one.

[@mirandas444]

this hit way, way too close to home... thank you steve-o

[@alexojeda8915]

Also saw during this same interview his mom had a brain aneurysm, survived, but suffered terribly for the next five years of her life before she died. I never would wish that on anyone, but it really makes me question the idea of karma.

[@sunniallwein86]

Say what you want about him, this man is a self made man as well as strong!

[@danielflood468]

Steve-o is such an open book. no shame. so much respect

[@andie5031]

My mother died from alcoholism. I've been sober since, and I have zero plans to break that for the rest of my life. I also am not going to have biological kids, for fear of passing on alcoholism. Alcohol is too readily celebrated in culture for someone to see the warning signs. I'm cutting off my family line right here.

[@CoolDrifty]

So because one person in your family had alcoholism you’re gonna deny yourself a family, you have that little confidence? Is that what your mother would’ve wanted? That’s incredibly pessimistic and honestly pathetic to have such an outlook.

[@jty9631]

Sometimes people act like there's something wrong with you if you decide not to drink and pressure the hell out of you. I don't get that. If someone decides they don't want to drink, I say good on them. They can have a lemonade or a soda. No need to act like they're throwing the glove down. Maybe people see it as a guilty pleasure... it's like the mafia or something. If this guy doesn't partake, he's gonna snitch to the teacher. You can have fun without using substances to alter your personality. Plus, as far as I'm concerned, alcohol isnt worth the stomach ache, headache, and nasty shits that I get later.

[@TwiggehTV]

@@CoolDrifty Maybe you shouldnt talk about shit you dont know. You dont know his family and you damn well aint in a position to judge him. Have some respect.

[@perfectlyhonest4139]

Alcoholism isn’t a genetic trait like you’re making it seem. It’s due to environmental factors

[@andie5031]

@@perfectlyhonest4139 uh I'm pretty sure you can be genetically predisposed to addiction?