Kurupt said in recent interviews that Eminem paid for his rehabilitation while Dr. Dre helped arrange support during the rapper’s recovery from alcohol addiction. The Death Row Records veteran, 53, also described surviving organ damage, multiple seizures, and a three-week medically induced coma. Kurupt, born Ricardo Brown, discussed the experience on “Sway in the Morning” and BigBoyTV. According to Kurupt, Dr. Dre called him unexpectedly and explained that Eminem wanted to cover the cost of treatment while making sure Kurupt had a private place to recover. Who Helped Kurupt Get Sober? Kurupt said Eminem connected him with trusted people and offered support through the difficult stretch. Kurupt also recalled Dr. Dre delivering the message that Eminem cared about him, a gesture he described as deeply meaningful after years of friendship and collaboration. Kurupt said recovery required him to confront his denial and remove himself from the environment surrounding his addiction. He now says he is sober and credits Eminem and Dr. Dre with helping him reach a safer place when his health was in serious danger. Eminem has also been publicly credited by fellow rapper Royce da 5’9” for supporting his sobriety journey. Royce, born Ryan Daniel Montgomery, previously said Eminem encouraged him to reach out before his alcohol use led to blackouts and legal trouble, adding another chapter to the rapper’s reputation as a behind-the-scenes source of support.