Piers Morgan defends The Hoff after binge-drinking lands star in hospital
Monday, September 21st, 2009
Piers Morgan has leapt to the defence of his good friend David Hasselhoff.
The Knight Rider star was rushed to hospital by ambulance over the weekend with alcohol poisoning, according to US reports.
The Hoff, who has battled alcoholism for years, was at home with his 17-year-old daughter and his male assistant and had been drinking for more than a day, according to online reports.
Morgan and Hasselhoff have become close friends during their time as judges on America’s Got Talent.
“Look, he is one of my good friends… and I was very sorry to hear this,” Morgan said, as he stood in as a guest co-host on NBC’s Today Show.
“I don’t know what has really gone on and if he is watching this now, and I am sure he might be, I am sure he is fine.
“He has got a problem he will admit that and it is very sad for him, he is a really good guy and a brave guy.”
Morgan added: “A lot of people might be laughing about this, but actually it is not funny, and he has a tough time and does his best to deal with it.
“I wish him all the best, I really do. He is a very good guy and has a big heart.”
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