Celebrity Rehab 3 cast member Heidi Fleiss is going through a “very difficult time” following the death of her 41-year-old brother Jason Fleiss. Jason’s tragic death occurred when he drowned while swimming in rough water off the coast of Kauai with his younger brother Jesse, who was miraculously saved by a surfer.
“My dad said he was sure he lost both his boys. It’s a terrible time for myself and my family. We are in really bad shape,” Heidi told TheFABlife. Although a memorial has been set for this weekend, Heidi has left for London to film Celebrity Big Brother, per the advice of her longtime boyfriend, Moonlite BunnyRanch owner Dennis Hof. “I told her she needed to get away and stay busy so she does not have time to dwell on this awful thing,” Dennis told TheFABlife.
So sad. [Photo: Getty Images]
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22 Responses to “EXCLUSIVE: Heidi Fleiss Having A “Terrible Time” Following Brother’s Death”
what a tragedy and how much of a selfish act to take off and not even attend the service so she can do a reality show. Isn’t running away from problems and not facing things what got her hooked on drugs to begin with. she needs to ditch her loser boyfriend and stay with people who will comfort and console her.
People deal with tragedy in different ways. She has to be broken up inside and I’m sure normally she would attend the funeral but she has to think about her well being right now. This is just the thing that could spark her using again so she must be extremely careful. I think shes making the right decision at this stage in her life.
Like Heidi I lost my 43 year old brother last January.
To be honest, I always thought loosing a sibling would not be too hard to deal with. I couldn’t been more wrong. It will shake you to the core of your being!
Good luck Heidi! There is nothing you could do about this so please take care of yourself and get healthy!!
Heidi;
I am very sorry for the loss of your brother. The reason I am posting this comment is, I am hoping you are doing well and keeping thoes birds feed. I am praying you are staying clean.I am also beliveing that God will bring the pirict blessing into your life; one who loves you for who God created. I feel impelled to say that Jesus loves you for who you are. Remeber wonderful one, that God doent care so much on how we start, He cares on how we finnish.
Terry Iowa
Heidi: I admire you so much! Do what you’ve gotta do for you. No one else has walked in your shoes, however, many feel that they know exactly what you should do. It’s classic transference, some people just can’t own up to their own BS so they transfer it on to someone else. You’ve been an easy target for many years. Thank the lucky stars that you’re a strong and intelligent woman. It would be a honor to call you a friend!
I’m an addict and my brother was an alcoholic who died just a few years ago, from complications of being an active alcoholic for over thirty years. My heart still aches from the loss! Losing a brother hurts Heidi, and I wish I could tell you it gets better with time, but the fact of the matter is, it doesn’t. You just have to go through it, and take care of yourself during the hard times, cause those hard times do pass.
Take gentle care of yourself! You’re an awesome woman and I hope someday our paths will cross.
Why do we give this woman time and credit for being a expensive street walker~
Think of all other other prostitutes that don’t get this kind of care.
Worthless
um people her brother just recently died, she isn’t leaving the funeral to do the show.
Heidi I am sorry for your loss and I hope you reach out for all the support you need at this time and the up coming months…
for you HEIDI. you have the right to feel any way you feel! then think of your brother wanting you to be healed!
I thought she said she was lonely because she didnt have a BF? Now they say long-time BF Bunny Ranch owner?
Condolences Heidi & family.Stay well be well and remember you are one of a kind in the best way!
This isn’t a do-over…I’d think there’d be horrible remorse down the road for skipping out on her brother’s memorial for self indulgence. This is the last ‘take’.
OKAY, leave this one alone, Heidi has been thrugh so much!! I admire her strengths people you havent been where she has you will never know and will never understand her.I say to you Heidi keep on keepin on girl you have more fans and people who love you for you,than you know… your never alone!!I would be honored givin a chance to befreind you, it will do you good to keep around people right now.Stay real we are following your fame…love angela in florida
Just read the aritcle regarding you’re brothers tragedy. There is a constant reflection and thoughts but my advise try to smile, remember all the wondrful moments and you have to believe that his life was good and hold tight to the happiness. I had a similar situation and I still have grief but after almost 20 years, I keep reminding myself of the fun and good that was shared in the relationship. Regarding the series I enjoy you frank and black/white conversation. There is a reason why everyone is there they just need to realize it. Keep them honest, and hopefully this email finds you a health, content and “in the moment ” happiness. Can’t wait to see the rest of the shows. Hope it all works out for you, I know it can be very tough. My best.
my heart aches for her when i watch the show. she looks like a lost little girl who has soooo much hidden pain and hurt. i just want to hug her so bad!!
I love Heidi Fleiss, this doesn’t sound like a good idea. I think she needs to take time to deal with her emotions, but ultimately, I don’t think anyone can put themselves in another persons shoes. Heidi is an intelligent and strong woman. Although Dennis is her fiance and she values his opinion, I don’t think he controls her. A decision like this would have to be a mutual one; Dennis is just offering his opinion. I hope she made the right choice for herself; my condolences.
Somehow “bury your feelings in work” just doesn’t seem like the right answer.
My sympathies to Heidi and the family for their loss. I hope Heidi returns to rehab and I am hoping she will quit using. I want to see a successful ending for all the celeb’s in this show, except for Dennis, I don’t think you can cure an ego addiction.
What horrible advice from a brothel owner with no ethics or morals (I’ve seen a Cathouse episode).
Just shove your grief down and forget it? That’s the exact reason people turn to drugs, so as not to face any strong emotions.
Heidi seems very wise and insightful lately but she took some very destructive advice which she will come to regret later, and maybe even cause a relapse.
i love hedie. i like her story and watching her. she seems so interesting and it its a bummer she doesnt like people cuz i would like to be her friend. she seems funny and i wish her well. get sober
I second that motion! She is a Smart, Funny, HUGE Heart and extremely interesting women.
My heart goes to her and family, I’ve lost almost all of my family so I can relate to the pain of loss. Hedi is lucky she is not in my reach I’d just wanna give her a long hug, bake her cookies and offer to listen.
sorry to hear of her brother but she is one sick person she loves drama and because she cant beat drugs she does not want anyone else to. She loves drama, maybe she needs to live alone with her birds so she does not have any affect on ones that want help…….
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