Why are some people blaming Ariana Grande for Mac Miller's death?
26-year-old Mac Miller died last Friday from an alleged overdose. The American rapper spoke openly about his ongoing addiction to drugs and alcohol. He had had a two year relationship with the pop star Ariana Grande which broke up earlier this year. She later said their relationship had become 'toxic'. Following his death, Ariana received a flood of online abuse and blame for his death. Why are some women held responsible for the recovery of their male partners? And what support is out there for women who have partners with an addiction? Bolu Babalola is a freelance pop culture journalist. Karen Tyrell is the Executive Director at the drug and alcohol charity Addaction.
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