In the world of showbiz, celebrities often face scrutiny and rumors that can easily spiral out of control. Recently, Billy Crawford found himself in the midst of controversy as netizens speculated about his lean and unhealthy physical appearance. Accusations of drug addiction started to surface, and the actor and TV host wasted no time in setting the record straight.

In an interview with entertainment portal PEP.ph, Billy candidly addressed the negative comments he had been receiving on social media. Frustrated by the accusations, he firmly stated, “Ang daming nagsasabi na ‘adik’ or whatever… I don’t do drugs.” The 41-year-old TV personality was quick to dismiss these claims as unfair and unfounded.

Moreover, Billy emphasized that he has been leading a clean and sober lifestyle for several years now. “I stopped alcohol for the past six years,” he revealed. The decision to quit drinking played a significant role in his noticeable weight loss. Billy added, “Tumigil talaga akong mag-alcohol at tuloy-tuloy lang siya, hindi na ako bumalik sa alcohol. As in, zero alcohol.”

This isn’t the first time Billy Crawford has battled personal struggles in the public eye. He has been vocal about his past struggles with alcohol addiction, which took a toll on his health and his relationship with his wife, actress Coleen Garcia. At one point, his weight had reached 235 pounds, reflecting the extent of the damage caused by his uncontrolled drinking.

In 2019, during an interview with showbiz personality Boy Abunda, Billy addressed the drug addiction rumors head-on. He firmly stated, “I’m not sick, and I’m not a drug addict… I’ve addressed this issue numerous times!” Despite his consistent efforts to clarify the situation, the actor has continued to face skepticism from some netizens.

Although Billy Crawford remains resolute in his denial of drug use, doubts still linger among certain individuals. Social media platforms have become breeding grounds for criticism, with users commenting on his appearance and raising further suspicions. However, Billy stands by his claims, asserting that his lean physique is a direct result of his decision to quit alcohol and lead a healthier lifestyle.

“Actually, paulit-ulit—paulit-ulit akong nagpapaliwanag kasi sobrang dami ng nagsasalita on my behalf. Ngayon, I’m super, super healthy. I couldn’t ask for more,” he emphasized. Billy believes that if he hadn’t overcome his alcohol addiction, the consequences on his well-being could have been much worse.