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May 3, 2026
Nicolás Arrieta and the moment he hit rock bottom due to his addictions: "I lost everything, cars, motorcycles, apartment"
Nicolás Arrieta's name has been synonymous with controversy over the years. The content creator started out being disruptive, but that rebelliousness led him to a life of excess that he had to pay for over the years.
TL;DR
- Nicolás Arrieta, known for controversy, detailed his past struggles with drug and alcohol addiction.
- His addiction to cocaine began at 18 while studying film in Argentina.
- Success led to excessive consumption, making drugs and alcohol a perceived necessity for his content.
- He lost cars, motorcycles, and his apartment, selling possessions to fund parties.
- A turning point was when loved ones confronted him about his changed behavior.
- Arrieta is now in recovery and has returned to television, balancing his signature humor with his ongoing process.