Gary Busey just being himself is often off-the-wall, so when you throw him into the hands of a psychologist-turned-tabloid-talk-show-host, you know you are in for a certain level of chaos. Busey's appearance on "Dr. Phil" was far from his oddest interview ever, but that bar is incredibly high and even the actor's tamer interviews are filled with uncomfortable moments.
Busey appeared on the show in October 2018, as part of the press tour for his autobiography, "Buseyisms: Gary Busey's Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth," which had come out the month prior. The episode saw Busey discussing his drug addiction and a near-fatal overdose, as well as his career and a devastating motorcycle accident that left him with a traumatic brain injury (his doctor also showed up for that part).
It is always weird to see a celebrity's doctor pop into an interview to tell the world about their patient's diagnosis (unless perhaps there is a larger purpose such as spreading awareness about a lesser-known issue). This instance was more like we were inside Busey's medical appointment, which would have been enough to land the interview on our list if the actor was not also so zany. Amongst other things, Busey discussed snorting drugs off of his dog during the interview. His exaggerated facial expressions, his eccentric mannerisms, his tendency to get out of his seat or make weird noises, his out-there stories — all of it was like a car crash from which you could not peel your eyes away.
If you or anyone you know needs help with addiction issues, help is available. Visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website or contact SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7r7XCpKCsr5mbwW%2BvzqZmamxlaIR2fI6mpqysXaq7pLvMn6arrJGXuaZ5wp6jnpqinsG6ecinq56qpp6yuL%2BMnalmqJieuXA%3D