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Jennie Garth's Memoir Reveals Struggles with Addiction and Recovery

4/14/2026

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Jennie Garth, the '90210' star, reveals in her upcoming memoir that she used benzodiazepines and alcohol after her 2012 divorce from Peter Facinelli, culminating in hospitalization.
She reflects on the shame of feeling like a bad mother and the impact on her daughters.
Garth emphasizes seeking help and describes her recovery after entering rehab.
Her memoir I Choose Me is set for release on April 14, 2026, to inspire others.

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Story summary

Jennie Garth, the '90210' star, reveals in her upcoming memoir that she used benzodiazepines and alcohol after her 2012 divorce from Peter Facinelli, culminating in hospitalization.
She reflects on the shame of feeling like a bad mother and the impact on her daughters.
Garth emphasizes seeking help and describes her recovery after entering rehab.
Her memoir I Choose Me is set for release on April 14, 2026, to inspire others.