Friends and family of country star Darius Rucker have expressed concern after his recent DUI arrest, sparking talks of staging an “intervention.” Despite his public claim of sobriety for ten years, the arrest and a previous drug-related incident have reportedly raised alarms.
Rucker faces misdemeanor drug charges for possessing psilocybin pills during the arrest. Following news of his arrest, his ex-girlfriend criticized him, calling his arrest “karma.”
Meanwhile, Rucker prepares to release his memoir, “Life’s Too Short,” chronicling his musical journey from Hootie & The Blowfish to solo success, offering introspective reflections.
Darius Rucker’s Friends And Family Worried About His Sobriety
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According to a report, friends and family of country star and former Hootie and the Blowfish frontman Darius Rucker are concerned for his well-being following his recent DUI arrest.
Before the DUI incident, Rucker had publicly claimed sobriety for ten years. However, his arrest and a previous drug-related incident over a year ago have raised alarm bells among loved ones, prompting discussions about staging an intervention to support him in getting back on track.
An insider who spoke to the National Enquirer (per Radar Online) shared: “Darius swore he was clean for years, and now this has people thinking he needs help to get back on track!”
Rucker was previously arrested in February 2023 during a traffic stop when authorities reported detecting a “strong odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle” and the subsequent discovery of 14 unstamped purple pills and a THC pen.
Tests Confirmed That Purple Pills With Darius Rucker Were Psilocybin
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The “Wagon Wheel” hitmaker then allegedly handed over a marijuana blunt to the officer.
Subsequent tests identified the pills as psilocybin, a hallucinogen found in magic mushrooms, resulting in misdemeanor drug charges and a vehicle registration violation.
However, despite being released on a $10,500 bail, Rucker is reportedly anxious amid discussions among loved ones about potential intervention.
Following the arrest, Rucker’s ex-girlfriend, Kate Quigley, criticized him and described his situation as “Karma,” referencing past remarks he made about her health after her 2021 overdose incident with fentanyl-laced cocaine, which resulted in the death of three of her friends.
Quigley also posted an image of herself in a bikini on Instagram with the caption: “#Mood: when u hear your d-bag ex got arrested…”
The Country Music Singer Is Set To Release Memoir: ‘Life’s Too Short’
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Tua Tagovailoa hopped on the guitar with Darius Rucker & Daniel Jones was in the house supporting 👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/F5Eb5uFNHj
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Rucker was renowned as the lead vocalist of the ’90s rock band Hootie & The Blowfish before transitioning to country music for his solo career. He has earned three Grammy Awards, including Best Country Album for his solo album, “Wagon Wheel,” in 2014.
“The Only Wanna Be With You” Singer is now opening up about his decades-long career in his new memoir from Dey Street Books, titled: “Life’s Too Short.”
The book, set to be released on May 28, will delve into Rucker’s life journey, exploring the profound impact of his musical inspirations, from the timeless melodies of Frank Sinatra to the soulful rhythms of Stevie Wonder and the electrifying tunes of KISS.
Offering a glimpse into his introspective reflections, the 57-year-old musician shared: “If I look back at my life and try to see into my past, everything seems blurry, but then I lean in and start to hear something. Melodies. Chords. Harmonies. Lyrics.”
Darius Rucker Says Memoir Is: ‘The Story Of My Life’
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Rucker’s upcoming book will also chronicle the remarkable journey of his band, from humble beginnings performing in fraternity houses to the monumental success of their Double Diamond-certified album “Cracked Rear View,” featuring iconic hits like “Only Wanna Be With You,” “Let Her Cry,” and “Hold My Hand.”
It will also delve into his solo career, highlighted by the chart-topping song “Wagon Wheel” and memorable collaborations with music legends such as David Crosby, Bob Dylan, and Taylor Swift.
The memoir offers candid insights into Rucker’s life on the road. Per the publisher, the book promises to be a captivating narrative, blending “stumbles, missteps, and battles with demons” and personal growth to tell “a classic story of a man and his music.”
According to People magazine, Rucker said of his memoir: “This book is the story of my life as told through 23 songs that took me away, soaring, starting at ground level, living in a poor but happy home, never wanting for much more, enjoying what I had, even when times got tough because I had my escape, my refuge, my music.”