Chester Bennington's Addiction Struggle Explored in New Book

A new book titled 'It Starts With One: The Legend and Legacy of Linkin Park' sheds light on Chester Bennington's struggles with addiction in the months leading to his suicide in 2017. The book details how Bennington, who had been sober for nearly six months, faced an 'hour-by-hour battle' against the urge to drink, as shared by his friend Ryan Shuck. Despite publicly discussing his life challenges, Chester privately confided in loved ones about his relapse, which was confirmed by a toxicology report revealing alcohol in his system at the time of his death. His widow, Talinda, expressed that the relapse triggered feelings of shame and unhealthy neural pathways. The book emphasizes the complexity of Chester's mental health struggles, implying that there are no simple answers to his tragic end. 'It Starts With One' is set for release on October 1 and includes perspectives from family and friends about his final days.