Just when I was starting to think that Disney stars like Demi Lovato could not go into rehab, the unexpected happened. Her representative announced today that she willbe out of the spotlight for a while. Why? Well, let's take a a look at the statement that was released. Lovato's representative said, "Demi has decided to take personal responibility for her actions and seek help. She is doing just that. She regrets not being able to finish her tour, but is looking forward to getting back to work inthe near future."


Wait a second. What actions is she talking about? Mmm...there is something suspicious here. let's dig up at what else was said. "Lovato left her tour early this weekend in order to seek medical treatment for emotional and physical issues she has dealt with for some time," her rep siad. Oh OK. I was starting to worry. it is not about drugs or alcohol. No.No. She has an eating disorder and is emotionallly distressed. What a relief!

This in no way will affect her career. When stars go through emotional crises like this, their image is not as badly affected. The public tends to be more empathic with these situations, and although there will be some claims for the shows to be cancelled her fans will always come back for whenever she is ready to be back on the stage.

A little bit on the history of what caused these medical conditions was included in the press release. This always come in handy when helping the public formulate their judgement on the matter. Being open about your business is always helpful only IF you are a celebrity. Since you are already a spotlight there is nothing to hide. Might as well let people know what is going on since the beginning, before they find out in a more abrupt way.

I may not be a huge fan, but I can't deny that I'm not a little sad that such a bright and charismatic satar is going to lose her brightness for a while.