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Staley's struggles with substances were punctuated by numerous near-death experiences. His former bandmate Mike Starr disclosed incidents where Staley saved his life during a drug overdose, illustrating the bond they shared amid their battles. Starr's tragic end in 2011 after a drug overdose serves as a grim reminder of the toll addiction can take on lives. Reports revealed that Staley himself had nearly succumbed to overdose multiple times, with his mother stating that he survived largely due to others being present to help him.