James Argent seen for first time since 'rehab' last year

James Argent PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: TOWIE star seen for first time this year following ‘rehab’ stint (but fails to follow social distancing as he gives pal a ride on his scooter)

James Argent has been pictured for the first time this year, following his rumoured rehab stint. 

The TOWIE star, 32, seemed to be in good spirits as he was pictured in his hometown of Essex on Monday, a day before the UK lockdown rules came into place. 

However, Arg failed to follow social distancing guidance as he was seen offering a friend a lift on the back of his scooter. 

Back on the scene: James Argent has been pictured for the first time this year, following his rumoured rehab stint

Arg kept things casual on the outing as he donned a tracksuit, and ensured safety came first by strapping on his helmet and preparing one for his friend. 

The reality star – who is dating Gemma Collins – failed to follow government advice to stay six feet away from others however during the coronavirus pandemic. 

The new rule is to prevent possible exposure when an infected individual coughs or speaks. 

Out and about: The TOWIE star, 32, seemed to be in good spirits as he was pictured in his hometown of Essex on Monday, a day before the UK lockdown rules came into place

Arg’s outing marks his first sighting this year.

The troubled star was taken to hospital for the second time in two months last year after friends and family feared he had attempted a second ‘overdose’. 

Paramedics rushed to his £1.3million home in South Woodford, Essex in December, where they found the star ‘disorientated’ shortly before friends – including Mark – rallied around in a bid to help him get the support he needs.

Bit too close for comfort: Arg failed to follow social distancing guidance as he was seen offering a friend a lift on the back of his scooter

Low-key: Arg kept things casual on the outing as he donned a tracksuit, and ensured safety came first by strapping on his helmet and preparing one for his friend

Cosy: The reality star failed to follow government advice to stay six feet away from others however during the coronavirus pandemic

Insiders told MailOnline: ‘Mark was at his house for around six hours to support him. This was after Arg had been to hospital and come home again…

‘Arg can’t afford rehab but Mark and other close friends and family are clubbing together to put him in a good place so he can overcome this.’

‘He has realised he needs help with his recent addiction issues and with his weight loss battle, so has turned to professionals.

‘Arg is receiving some of the best care in the world and so is in an environment to finally improve his physical and mental state.’

Ill-advised: The new six feet apart rule is to prevent possible exposure when an infected individual coughs or speaks

Out again: Arg’s outing marks his first sighting this year. The troubled star was taken to hospital for the second time in two months last year after friends and family feared he had attempted a second ‘overdose’

The reality star returned to social media in February following a rumoured stint in rehab, as he announced that he was set to take on a residency at pal Elliott Wright’s Marbella restaurant. 

However, with both Spain and the UK on lockdown amid the coronavirus crisis, it is unlikely the star will be able to take it on. 

Arg had been due to perform at Olivia’s La Cala’s Famous Thursday events on selected dates from April until September.

 

 

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