Bam Margera’s family have set the record straight, telling fans he isn’t under a Britney Spears-style conservatorship.
Some fans have been tweeting about the Jackass star – who has battled substance abuse problems – with a #FreeBam hashtag amid his recent stint in rehab.
But his family members have now posted a long message on Instagram explaining the situation.
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The caption said Bam, 42, was currently in treatment and that his family were helping him with his social media while he focuses on his recovery.
“It’s no secret that Bam has struggled with mental health and addiction,” they wrote in the message.
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“You’ve watched Ban grow up and supported him through his ups and downs.
“Our family has let you into the chaos that is our home, and we want nothing more than to continue this journey together.”
They said the Free Bam movement had “caused confusion and threat to Bam and our families”.
(Image: @bam__margera/Instagram)
The message continued: “Although we love sharing our lives with you, some things need to be handled privately, and treatment is one of them.
“Recovery is difficult and even more so under public scrutiny.”
“Despite rumours, Bam has never been in a conservatorship but rather a temporary healthcare guardianship for reasons not shared with the public,” the post went on.
(Image: @bam__margera/Instagram)
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“If Bam chooses to speak to this, he will when he is ready. The Free Bam theorists have encouraged his exit from treatment, despite their lacking knowledge of the details, his health, and his well-being.
“We kindly ask you to respect the process and our family.
“As our extended family, we ask for you to support Bam in his recovery, to stay on track, and wish him well with his sobriety.”
(Image: @bam__margera/Instagram)
Fans wished Bam well after reading the post, with one saying they were sending “healing vibes” to the TV star.
Another posted: “Recovery is one of the hardest, scariest things anyone can go through. We have his back all the way and respect Bam’s privacy!! You got this.”
“We’re with you Bam, in more ways than you know,” said another person.
Bam is best known as a skateboarder and for the reality, stunt show Jackass.
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