Alabama Barker was recently hospitalized due to nicotine withdrawal, according to a report. The 19-year-old daughter of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and former Miss USA Shanna Moakler called 911 after feeling unwell. Alabama had quit vaping a month prior and was alone when the incident occurred. Medical professionals at a Los Angeles-area hospital confirmed she was experiencing withdrawal symptoms, noting that quitting vaping suddenly can lead to such issues even for occasional users. The exact date of her hospital admission is unclear, but she was reportedly home for her birthday on Christmas Eve.
In a TikTok video shared on December 27, Alabama mentioned she also recently had the flu, which affected her birthday celebrations. She expressed gratitude for her Christmas gifts, valued at $80,000, and shared them with her followers. Alabama’s decision to stop vaping aligns with her aspirations to pursue a career as a rapper, with industry professionals advising her to quit to protect her voice. She released her music video “Vogue” on December 13, featuring appearances by her father and stepmother, Kourtney Kardashian-Barker. The video includes scenes of Alabama in a limousine and on a catwalk, showcasing her new artistic direction.