Aerosmith’s lead singer, Steven Tyler, has entered rehab for his addiction to painkillers as a result of more than 10 years of performance injuries. In a statement released to People, Steven Tyler said:
“With the help of my family and team of medical professionals, I am taking responsibility for the management of my pain and am eager to be back on the stage and in the recording studio with my bandmates Joe Perry, Joey Kramer, Tom Hamilton and Brad Whitford. I love Aerosmith; I love performing as the lead singer in Aerosmith. I am grateful for all of the support and love I am receiving and am committed to getting things taken care of.”
In addition to his statement, his daughter, actress Liv Tyler noted “My family and I are in complete support of my dad’s decision to seek treatment. He is a courageous man. We love him and are so proud that he is getting help to balance his pain management, not just for himself but for his family, friends and fans.”
Best of luck Steven Tyler…we love you, get better soon!!
It’s a brave new Idol, that’s all I got to say …