In January of this year, we reported the sad news that actor/model Harry Hains, who appeared in shows like American Horror Story: Hotel and The OA, had died at the age of 27.
The generfluid performer’s mother, former actress Jane Badler, memorialized him shortly after on Instagram:
“On Jan 7 my beautiful son died,” she wrote. “He was 27 and had the world at his feet. But sadly he struggled with mental illness and addiction.
“A brilliant spark shone bright too short a time… I will miss you Harry every day of my life…”
How about we take this to the next level?
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Now the cause of death has been revealed to be fentanyl intoxication.
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is increasingly found in heroin due to its low cost and high potency.
The drug is 80-100 times stronger than morphine. Many users believe that they are purchasing heroin and actually don’t know that they are purchasing fentanyl – which often results in overdose deaths.
If you are currently struggling with substance abuse and would like to talk to someone, you can reach the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). It is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
RyanMBecker
Despite the teaser title, this was a very informative and respectful article. Thank you.
Chrisk
Anyone who gets hooked on hardcore drugs like that has mental issues.
startenout
It is precisely the fear of that kind of judgement that keeps people from seeking help when they are in the early stages of addiction. Stop spreading idiotic narratives.
Gandalf The Grey
You’re showing your creepiness and lack of compassion. Go bother some republiKKKon site!
Gandalf The Grey
I feel terrible for this young man, his family, and loved ones. Fentanyl is a dangerous drug that can only be safely taken by patch and frequently doesn’t work to kill pain. If taken all at once it can kill you. The Chinese pharmaceutical company did the world no favors by inventing this monster of a drug!