In a shocking revelation, former NBA champion Lamar Odom has come forward to discuss his crippling s** and drug addiction that almost cost him his life.
In an exclusive excerpt from his upcoming memoir, Darkness to Light, which can be found in this week’s issue of PEOPLE magazine, Odom candidly admits, “I have been obsessed with s** for as long as I can remember.”
The 39-year-old athlete, who was previously married to reality star Khloé Kardashian for four years before their 2013 split, reveals that he is a s** addict.
He confesses to having had s**ual encounters with over 2,000 women, including numerous strippers whom he often paid.
However, Odom emphasizes that he never looked down upon them or thought any less of them.
One of the most devastating aspects of Odom’s addiction was the effect it had on his marriage.
He admits to cheating on Kardashian throughout their relationship, and she eventually discovered his infidelities.
Odom expresses his shock and embarrassment, acknowledging the desire to take back his actions but realizing that it was impossible.
He describes the struggle of hiding his sinful behavior and accepts that he had a problem.
Odom’s addiction to s** was intertwined with his drug addiction.
He explains that engaging in s**ual activities served as a trigger for him to consume drugs, intensifying the pleasurable sensations.
The consequences of his addictions became alarmingly evident in 2015 when Odom overdosed at the Love Ranch brothel in Las Vegas, narrowly escaping death.
This incident served as a significant wake-up call for Odom.
He realized that such a near-tragic event could not be repeated.
Although he is now drug-free, Odom acknowledges that he is still battling his demons.
He openly admits, “I’m still an addict.
I still struggle,” but asserts that he refuses to succumb to the darkness again.
Darkness to Light, Odom’s memoir detailing his journey through addiction, is set to be released on May 28.
In it, he delves into the depths of his s** and drug addictions, providing readers with an intimate look at his struggle and determination to overcome his demons.
Odom’s story serves as a reminder that even those who appear to have it all can be plagued by personal battles, and that seeking help and finding the
