Travis Barker’s daughter, Alabama, addressed recent reports of her hospitalization for nicotine withdrawal, clarifying the situation in a now-deleted Instagram Stories post. The 19-year-old daughter of Travis Barker, 49, and ex Shanna Moakler emphasized that the incident took place some time ago, contrary to recent claims.
In her post, Alabama stated, “I just want to clarify that I was not in the hospital this month or last. The situation occurred some time ago, and I was there for about three hours before being discharged.” She further explained, “They provided me with a nicotine patch and an inhaler, and that’s all. Let’s please avoid spreading any rumors and focus on moving forward. Thank you.”
The clarification came in response to a report by TMZ on December 30, alleging that Alabama’s nicotine withdrawal led her to call 911, resulting in a hospital visit. However, Alabama did not directly address vaping or quitting vaping in her Instagram post. Earlier on December 26, Alabama, who celebrated her 19th birthday on Christmas Eve, shared on TikTok that she had been battling the flu, impacting her birthday celebration.
Although her birthday was affected by illness, Alabama expressed gratitude for the gifts she received. In a video, she showcased her Christmas and birthday haul, which included luxury items such as a pink Chrome Hearts Fleur De Lis Cross Patch Wallet, a Balenciaga pink rhinestone shoulder bag, a Prada pink duffle travel purse, vintage designer bags, and jewelry pieces from her family.
Her sister, Atiana de la Hoya, gifted her custom diamond necklaces, while Travis Barker, her father, presented her with diamond earrings and a Cartier Love bracelet, continuing a tradition of receiving jewelry annually. Among the gifts was also an Enfants Riches jacket valued at nearly $8,000, showcasing Barker’s keen eye for style. Alabama also received designer clothing and accessories, including a Jean Paul Gaultier beach cover-up, Balenciaga Essex boots, a Roberto Cavalli cow print jacket, and Gucci heels.
Alabama’s post on social media aimed to clear up misconceptions surrounding her recent hospitalization reports, emphasizing the need to focus on accurate information and moving forward positively. Representatives for Alabama did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment regarding the situation.
The young Barker’s openness about her health struggles and gratitude for her birthday gifts provide a glimpse into her life in the public eye as the daughter of a renowned musician and reality TV personality. Her candor on social media reflects a desire to maintain transparency amidst media speculation and to share personal moments with her followers. Alabama Barker’s resilience in the face of challenges and appreciation for her family’s gestures highlight a young woman navigating the complexities of fame and family dynamics with grace and authenticity.
