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Richard Thomas drug use?

posted 3 years ago by Popcorngal (4347)
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I knew about Ralph and Michael's drinking problems, but never knew about Richard's. According to one fan, he was addicted to cocaine while on the show. Is anyone aware of this?

[–] jason88cubs (2346) 3 years ago

first i heard it

[–] Popcorngal (4347) 3 years ago

I saw it on Youtube. It might be a falsehood.

[–] whynotwriteme (7122) 3 years ago

Richard Thomas seems like the kind of guy who would consider himself an addict and enroll in rehab if he found himself drinking a can of Cola every day. Really can't see him doing cocaine.

[–] Popcorngal (4347) 3 years ago

True, but looks can be deceiving. I hope it is a falsehood, but if it is not, that is great he saw the light and got help.

[–] JosephQCat (706) 2 years ago

From what I have read it is hard to have a cocaine addiction and function as an actor. You are just too wired to hide it. Thomas might have been into drugs but not coke. If I were a betting man I would bet against him being a regular user of drugs.