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The Elephant in the Room: Molly Meldrum’s Unfortunate Public Behavior
Australian music icon Molly Meldrum has become a sad parody of himself at the age of 80. Video footage from a recent Rod Stewart concert in Melbourne shows him exposing himself and then urinating on the floor, adding to a long list of questionable behavior from the former presenter and music critic. The incident has saddened and sickened many, yet few seem willing to address the underlying problem.
A Familiar Tune
This is not the first time that Molly has attracted headlines for all the wrong reasons. Just two months ago, he flashed his buttocks at an Elton John concert and, after apologizing, has once again expressed remorse for his most recent incident. A spokesperson for the music legend confirmed that he was “embarrassed” and “sorry” about the concert video.
A History of Health Issues
Since suffering an acquired brain injury in 2011 from a fall off a ladder, Molly has had to undergo numerous treatments and procedures to stay healthy. Fans, friends, and entertainment industry heavyweights have all been keen to help him along the way, but with his recent behavior, concerns have resurfaced.
Protecting a National Treasure
While Molly has always been easy to love, the situation is becoming increasingly alarming. Those who have lauded and supported him for years seem to turn a blind eye as he deteriorates, and his acquired brain injury is only complicating the situation. Though Molly assures everyone he is fine, his behavior is becoming a subject of public discussion. Instead of attacking people for telling those sad stories, we should ensure that he gets the supervision, support, and guidance that he needs to avoid becoming a tragedy.
A Call to Action
It’s time to acknowledge the elephant in the room for Molly’s sake. We should intervene and provide enhanced support and guidance while protecting him from the public eye. This doesn’t necessarily mean removing him from the spotlight, but we need to ensure that he gets the necessary care and attention instead of just protecting his image. Molly is a national treasure and has devoted his life to creating a lasting legacy. It’s time to return the favor.
