Jason Bateman Recalls 'Drunk and Disorderly' Arrest in a Leopard Outfit
The actor got candid about a wild night in Monaco and the role his wife played in his sobriety journey.
A leopard-print-clad Jason Bateman, fresh from the casinos and carrying a pocket full of chips, found himself in handcuffs in Monaco.
He summed up the night simply: "I just got rocked."
The Path to Sobriety
Bateman credited his wife, Amanda Anka, with helping him turn a corner. He described "a few negotiations" about his drinking because of how "unpredictable" he could become. He also shared with The Hollywood Reporter in February that he was conscious of wanting to get a lot of boxes checked before becoming a father.
Reflecting on his wilder days, Bateman noted he was lucky they happened before the era of social media and camera phones. "Fortunately, I was living at a time without social media and camera phones," he said, "so I got away with a lot, but it was definitely close a few times." His candid podcast story offers a playful glimpse into the past he left behind.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What did Jason Bateman say about his arrest?
He said, "I was arrested in Monaco for being drunk and disorderly, in a nice little leopard outfit fresh from the casinos, all banged up on cheap Champagne and a pocket full of chips."
When did Jason Bateman get sober?
Bateman has said he got sober in the early 2000s.
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