Reality Star Itay Turgeman Reveals Struggle With Alcohol Addiction
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
Reality star Itay Turgeman revealed his struggle with alcohol addiction on the show "The Winning Kitchen VIP." He described how alcohol became his closest friend and normalized his behavior within his social circle. Turgeman initially resisted seeking help but now recognizes the severity of his addiction and how his career became a coping mechanism.
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- Itay Turgeman revealed his struggle with alcohol addiction on "The Winning Kitchen VIP."
- He described alcohol as his "closest and best friend" during a worrying period.
- Turgeman initially resisted joining an addiction support group.
- He felt his career and social life normalized his drinking and drug use.
- Turgeman now acknowledges the severity of his addiction and his career as a cure.
Reality television personality Itay Turgeman has disclosed his battle with alcohol addiction during an upcoming episode of "The Winning Kitchen VIP" on Keshet 12. In a preview of the show, Turgeman describes how alcohol became his "closest and best friend," leading to a "worrying situation in all parameters."
Turgeman shared that his psychotherapist suggested he join a support group for addicts, a proposal he initially resisted. He explained that he felt his career and social circle, which normalized frequent outings, drug use, and heavy drinking, meant he didn't have a serious problem. Even his first meeting with the group, where others shared their experiences, didn't immediately convince him of the severity of his own situation.
Looking back, Turgeman now acknowledges the gravity of his addiction. He also revealed how his acting career, which began as a passion, transformed into a compulsion. "I play because I have to, I play because it's my cure," he stated, adding that he only felt worthy when he was on set, famous, and at the peak of his popularity.