Michael Hutchence’s brother make explosive claims in tribute to late star
It’s been a little more than 20 years since rock star Michael Hutchence was found dead in a Sydney hotel on November 22 in 1997.
On the eve of the anniversary of the INXS star’s death, his brother Rhett penned an emotional letter, suggesting the late star took a secret to his grave.
“Your biggest secret is still safe and yet to be revealed, if ever,” Rhett wrote in the lengthy post on Facebook.
“We have been watching the world argue since you first sang of it, but it’s gotten worse,’ Rhett said in the tribute.
“It seems we have basically f***ed up this planet, proving that man cannot live in harmony, and money and greed rules.”
Rhett also spoke about his own shock with his brother’s substance abuse and subsequent demise.
“I have read every statement, looked at every photo, watched hours of video, and travelled the world talking to most people near to you, up until,” Rhett said.
“Your drug use shocked me, some roads I thought you’d never take. I guess you never healed your hurt. I wish the world had known more about the dangers of Prozac and suicidal tendencies back then.’
“I wish you had of had some more sleep, and not had a groggy head full of coke induced bad outcomes. I wish you had heard what you wanted to hear that night.”
“But you thought “f*** it, f*** you all” and like a Hutchence, did things your own way.
“I know now what happened. I know it was a drug and alcohol induced combination downward spiral that showed little light at the end of the tunnel. If only you knew what a gorgeous day it was in Sydney that day and support was there.”
Rhett also admitted he was still haunted by Michael’s passing at age 37.
“I wish I had of been there for you. I know I could have helped your pain as you did mine. I am not angry for how you left. I am sad when you left. And I’m happy for what you left,” he said.
“Your biggest secret is still safe and yet to be revealed, if ever.
“Until then, rest in peace Michael. It won’t be easy, but find the time. Love you with all my heart.”
Hutchence was found dead in Room 524 of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Double Bay.
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