Sir Stephen Fry, known for his role in “Celebrity Traitors,” narrowly escaped death following a night of heavy drinking and cocaine use, as disclosed by Ben Elton. Elton recounts rushing Fry to the hospital in a taxi, where doctors informed him that Fry was on the brink of permanent brain damage and death. Jokingly, Elton claims credit for saving the “celebrated brain in showbiz,” emphasizing his role in preserving Fry’s legacy over the past thirty years.
The incident unfolded after Fry, aged 68, exited “BBC1’s Celebrity Traitors,” co-written by Elton, who shares the anecdote in his latest autobiography, “What Have I Done?” The two had dined together in London in 1992 before attending an after-party at the residence of the late author, Douglas Adams, where Fry, affectionately called Bing by Elton, was house-sitting.
Elton details a night of smoking, drinking beer, and cocaine use, with Fry showing unusual behavior after indulging in organic Belgian beer and cocaine. Concerned for Fry’s deteriorating condition, Elton rushed him to the hospital in the early hours, navigating the challenges of getting Fry admitted and disclosing his cocaine use to medical staff.
Despite the gravity of the situation, Fry reassured Elton during his hospitalization, hinting at writing about the incident in the future. While Elton admits no personal history of hard drug use, Fry had openly discussed his cocaine addiction in his 2014 memoir, “More Fool Me,” revealing his past drug consumption in prestigious locations.
In light of his recent exit from “Celebrity Traitors,” Fry expressed gratitude for the experience and the opportunity to connect with extraordinary individuals. Representatives for Sir Stephen Fry were contacted for further comments.