In the News: GWAR Front Man’s Death Ruled Accidental Heroin Overdose
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[caption id="attachment_11847" align="aligncenter" width="224"] image via en.wikipedia.org[/caption] George Jung, the inspiration behind Johnny Depp’s character in Ted Demme's 2001 film, Blow, has been released from behind bars after practically completing his 20-year prison sentence. Jung is credited with being the... Learn MoreHow You’re Being Selfish By Enabling the Addict in Your Life
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