Kavana, a gay pop idol, revealed his struggles with addiction, body image, and self-identity in his memoir Pop Scars. He recounted a harrowing experience where he got involved with drugs and trust issues with a stranger. He faced challenges regarding alcohol dependency, stating that it became as crucial as oxygen for him. Kavana reflected on the fear and exhaustion of hiding his sexuality during an era when he was not openly accepted. Writing his memoir helped him regain self-esteem after personal and professional turmoil, including a lifetime ban from TV after a controversial appearance.
Reflecting on his most troubling moments, Kavana said he was once paid for sex he couldn't remember, and ended up smoking crack in a skip with a homeless woman he had just met.
Alcohol became as important to me as oxygen. I wanted to stop, but I physically couldn't. I have a bit of empathy for the young me because, although I was driven, ambitious and smart, I was also very naive.
Writing the book had given me back the self-esteem I'd been lacking for a long time.
Hiding his sexuality was 'exhausting'. There was fear in general, regardless of being a pop star. I hadn't told my parents.
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