LOUISBURG, NORTH CAROLINA: Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson's father, Sugar Bear, goes MIA! This comes after he asked Lamar Odom for support in fighting his drug addiction. Sugar Bear, whose real name is Mike Thompson, was planning to begin his rehabilitation at a facility connected to the former NBA player.
According to sources close to Sugar Bear who spoke to TMZ, he approached Odom about attending one of his treatment centers in Kansas. He had made arrangements to join the Gold Bridge Treatment Center in Louisburg, which is linked to the Odom Recovery Group, on the evening of Thursday, July 6. However, TMZ reported that he has since disappeared without a trace.
Why did Honey Boo Boo's dad go MIA?
In a surprising turn of events, Sugar Bear was expected to seek treatment for his prescription pill addiction at a rehab facility owned by Odom. However, he has mysteriously disappeared, leaving Odom and his team in the dark. According to sources, Sugar Bear was scheduled to fly to Kansas but never boarded the flight, and his communication with the group has completely ceased. It appears that Sugar Bear initially cited work commitments as the reason for not attending rehab but later claimed to be in the hospital due to another health problem, leaving everyone puzzled about his whereabouts and true intentions.
Mike Thompson's battle with addiction
In the realm of reality TV, where unexpected twists and turns are the norm, Sugar Bear has been portrayed as a gentle and caring father figure. His kind-hearted nature shines through as he shows unwavering love and support for his daughter and the rest of the family. However, behind the scenes, Sugar Bear's personal life has been far from smooth sailing.
Throughout his public journey, Sugar Bear has encountered personal struggles, particularly in his battle against substance abuse. The reality show has shed light on his ongoing efforts to overcome addiction and make positive changes in his life. It all began with his diabetes struggles, which have been openly chronicled on reality shows featuring Alana and Mama June.
Unfortunately, as part of his diabetes treatment, Sugar Bear found himself becoming dependent on certain prescription medications. The specific drugs and their intended purposes remain unclear. Furthermore, he has grappled with severe anxiety and depression, both of which can reportedly increase vulnerability to addiction and substance abuse or be triggered by such behavior. Adding to his challenges, Sugar Bear recently experienced a setback when his girlfriend ended their relationship. As per reports, this heartbreak has been weighing heavily on him, impacting his emotional well-being in the weeks that have followed.
