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Paul Gascoigne Says He Will Not Stop Drinking as He Promotes Memoir ‘Eight’

The 58-year-old uses his memoir tour to acknowledge ongoing relapses, expressing acceptance of his drinking.

Overview

  • In a Mirror interview, the former England midfielder said he will "probably die as Gazza" and that past rehab attempts have not ended his relapses.
  • During a Good Morning Britain appearance promoting the book, he said he still drinks, became emotional, and described attending AA meetings after short "blips."
  • He writes that his late father once had him sectioned under the Mental Health Act during a severe downturn, which he now views as an attempt to help.
  • Gascoigne says he tries to "do three good deeds every day" and often visits homeless people in Bournemouth, a habit he credits to Alcoholics Anonymous.
  • Eight also revisits his finances and support network, including claims he blew about £20m, refused a £3m cheque from Robbie Williams, repaid PFA rehab funds, and is due for release on October 23.