Andy Gibb’s struggles with fame led to addiction, tragic death at 30, author says: ‘He lost his way’
According to Hild, Andy was hospitalized three times, complaining of chest and abdominal pains. On the evening of March 9, 1988, Andy collapsed on Robin’s estate. He died the next morning of myocarditis, known as inflammation of the heart muscle.
Andy’s story is chronicled in Hild’s new book titled “Arrow Through the Heart,” which has been optioned by Lisa Saltzman’s Groundbreaking Productions. It explores how Andy branched out on his own as a sought-after star and how his struggles with addiction contributed to his tragic end.
“In 2020, Barry’s documentary ‘How Can You Mend a Broken Heart’ had come out,” Hild explained. “Andy was mentioned of course, but I felt no one had taken the time to really tell his story. His life was a short one, but he achieved so much while he was here. We all know how he died, but how did he really live? That’s the story I wanted to tell.”
Hild said he obtained access to never-before-heard interviews from over the years. And while several sources were hesitant at first, many who knew and worked with Andy came forward to share their accounts. Hild said that while Barry, 75, declined to participate, he is aware of the book’s release.
Andy Gibb’s struggles with fame led to addiction, tragic death at 30, author says: ‘He lost his way’
