Rosie O’Donnell tells fans 'prayers welcomed' for daughter sentenced to prison
Rosie O’Donnell is asking for kind thoughts as her family faces a crisis.
On Instagram, Rosie told fans “prayers welcomed” for her daughter, who has been struggling with addiction issues.
"My child chelsea belle - before addiction took over her life - i loved her then i love her now as she faces a scary future- prayers welcomed- #addiction awareness #love #family," she wrote in the caption.
She also used a childhood photo of Chelsea at an event, wearing a pink sweater.
The former talk show host’s daughter Chelsea had her probation revoked last week and was sentenced to prison time, according to a report from People Magazine.
Rosie said in a statement to the outlet, "I have compassion for those struggling with addiction - Chelsea was born into addiction and it has been a painful journey for her and her four young children. We continue to love and support her through these horrible times. Prayers welcomed."
The “Harriet the Spy” star adopted Chelsea, born in 1997, as a baby with her then wife Kelli Carpenter. Rosie has four other children as well, Parker, Blake, Vivienne, and Clay, all adopted.
Chelsea’s legal troubles began last year when she was arrested three times between September and December in Wisconsin, with multiple felony charges, including neglecting a child and possession of methamphetamine, per People.
She pled guilty in February to three counts, resisting or obstructing an officer, felony bail jumping, and possession of methamphetamine. Her misdemeanor charges for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of narcotic drugs were both dismissed.
The mother of four was sentenced to six years probation in March. The conditions included complete sobriety, no possession of alcohol or controlled substances without a valid prescription, no contact with known drug users and/or sellers, and no possession of a firearm.
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.



