David Crosby Helped Drew Barrymore Deal with Childhood Drug Addiction: 'It Felt Good to Do'

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Barrymore hadwon emancipation from her parentsat the time, and stayed with the rocker and his family for two months.

“We took her to school in the morning and tried to be a good influence. I think we were kind and loving, and it felt good to do,” he expressed. “You try to do stuff, and you’re not sure how it’s going to work out. I think that one worked. I think she became a responsible human being and is a nice person.”

Barrymore has opened up about hertrouble with addiction beginningwhen she was 12 years old.

“I cried my heart out to David,” she added later on in the excerpt.

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“Although he is no longer here with us, his humanity and kind soul will continue to guide and inspire us. His legacy will continue to live on through his legendary music,” the statement reads. “Peace, love, and harmony to all who knew David and those he touched. We will miss him dearly. At this time, we respectfully and kindly ask for privacy as we grieve and try to deal with our profound loss. Thank you for the love and prayers.”

source: people.com