29: Behind the Laughter: Dapper Laughs on Fame, Controversy & Addiction #29

Off Script with Ty Temel

The story of Dapper Laughs starts with a well-documented rise to fame, and for many ends with cancellation. For Daniel O’Reilly though, it was just the beginning…

From causing controversy to coping with addiction, he’s been through hell and back to find sobriety and set his path straight.

We’ve so much to learn from one of modern comedy’s most controversial figures, as Daniel joins us for a remarkably open conversation of this episode of Off Script.

*CONTENT WARNING* - This episode includes an incredibly open discussion around suicide, which some listeners may find distressing. If you or anyone you know is in need of support, Samaritans are available by phone at 116 123.

This episode covers

• Daniel’s early life & tumultuous family life
• The inception of Dapper Laughs
• His impact on lad culture
• Managing addiction and substance abuse at the height of his fame
• How family life and fatherhood has changed him
• Finding personal growth in recovery

Daniel O’Reilly:

https://twitter.com/dapperlaughs
https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/
https://www.tiktok.com/@dapperlaughs

Ty Temel:
https://www.instagram.com/ty_temel