Country music Fans Rally Around Billy “BDB” Burns Following Suicide Attempt
COLTON,CA – Country music fans are sending an outpouring of support to singer Billy “BDB” Burns after he publicly revealed a recent suicide attempt following a period of drug and alcohol abuse. Burns, known for his traditional country sound and devoted fanbase, shared details of the harrowing experience on social media, prompting a wave of prayers and well wishes from across the country music community.
The incident unfolded after Burns’ vehicle broke down, leading him to a liquor store and ultimately, a risky spiral of substance abuse. According to Burns’ account, he began injecting Jim Beam Whiskey and cocaine, leading to suicidal ideation. “I was shooting Jim Beam Whiskey and cocaine,” he said. “I’m out of my head man. I decided ‘why don’t you just kill yourself Billy?’ So, I stabbed myself.” He estimates inflicting approximately four or five stab wounds, losing “over a pint” of blood from one cut.
Burns was subsequently rushed to Arrowhead Regional Medical center in Colton, California, and placed in the telemetry unit – a lockdown heart unit on the fourth floor. He has as indicated he is “doing well” and has voluntarily entered treatment, marking a turning point in his battle with addiction. “This time is different,” Burns stated. “I have always had to go to treatment because it was ordered from someone else.This time I am going for myself. This will be my new chapter.”
The news quickly spread through Burns’ online community, sparking a flood of supportive comments. Fans like Sharon Prescott Rogers wrote, “Praying for you, BDB. You are loved and cherished by many!!! Please don’t hurt yourself…When you hurt yourself, Billy, you hurt everyone who loves you and we do, man.” Another fan, Mason Meyer, offered, “Prayers for you BDB, you’re a good man…The good lord has a purpose for here on earth…love you brother.”
Burns’ original post and the outpouring of support can be viewed here. This incident underscores the ongoing struggle with addiction and mental health within the country music industry and highlights the importance of seeking help and the power of community support.
