His struggles with drugs and alcohol are also well documented. He finally got clean after being confronted by his grandmother. When giving a brief summary of his recovery, He says simply: "It's a God thing." He does not shy away from telling his story, speaking to community groups and fans at many functions. He frequently publicly tells stories of how Jesus brought him back from the brink and that faith is what keeps him going. His name is Josh Hamilton.
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