# A Hollywood Producer’s SHOCKING Addiction to Xanax & Oxycodone

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Podcast: [Rise Above with Kevin Lanning](https://stenobird.com/podcast/rise-above-with-kevin-lanning-6803198)
Published: 2026-04-28T08:54:00+00:00
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## Resource

Tyler Ramsey had it all… working on Baywatch, MTV, Survivor, and building a career in Hollywood. But behind the scenes, he was spiraling. What started with alcohol turned into Adderall, Xanax, and opiates… leading to blackouts, chaos, and near-death situations. The moment everything changed? His young daughter found his drugs. That was the line. In this episode, Tyler breaks down: Growing up with trauma and loss Hollywood success while secretly addicted The moment addiction took full control The terrifying wake-up call involving his daughter The ultimatum that saved his life How he rebuilt everything and found real sobriety This is one of the most honest conversations about addiction, consequences, and what it really takes to change. If you or someone you love is struggling, you’re not alone. Tyler Ramsey had it all… working on Baywatch, MTV, Survivor, and building a career in Hollywood.But behind the scenes, he was spiraling.What started with alcohol turned into Adderall, Xanax, and opiates… leading to blackouts, chaos, and near-death situations.The moment everything changed?His young daughter found his drugs.That was the line.In this episode, Tyler breaks down:Growing up with trauma and lossHollywood success while secretly addictedThe moment addiction took full controlThe terrifying wake-up call involving his daughterThe ultimatum that saved his lifeHow he rebuilt everything and found real sobrietyThis is one of the most honest conversations about addiction, consequences, and what it really takes to change.If you or someone you love is struggling, you’re not alone. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction or mental health, you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out to my partners at Compassion Behavioral Health. They offer individualized care and a full…

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