Not defending him in the slightest as he has/had a talent that he could have made millions from, even now he is doing better than most of us I would imagine. As a heavy drinker myself it is a serious addiction and one that is difficult to stop no matter what counciling or help you get, and I can only imagine that in MJ's case it is probably more difficult because of the money and hangers on he has available to him. As for the drink driving, again after enough bevy you become a different person, the common sense leaves and the "I'm fine" state takes over. I dont condone drink driving in any way but the majority of people who do it have left their senses behind. I apologise now for anyone who has been affected by this. No I realise now I am defending him a bit but I know the fine margins of being fine and being the life and soul of a party and being a complete arsehole and laughing stock. BTW I have never drunk driven...if that's a saying! and hope MJ is getting some help from people that can see what is happening to him. He was an idol to me years ago and was our hope of producing something good in the bad old days so lets not all shit on him when I'm sure he needs help. good luck MJ and hopefully you can put your life back on track.