Rosie O'Donnell asks for prayers as her daughter Chelsea faces prison
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Actress and comedian Rosie O'Donnell is turning to her followers for support as her daughter, Chelsea, 28, faces prison time following a long and painful battle with addiction.
On Wednesday, October 29, O'Donnell shared an emotional post on Instagram, featuring a throwback photo of Chelsea as a child, smiling brightly in a pink striped sweater.
The message that accompanied the image was raw and heartfelt - a mother's plea for compassion and understanding.
The post came just a week after court documents revealed that Chelsea's probation had been revoked on October 22, resulting in a prison sentence handed down by a Wisconsin drug treatment court.
The court has not yet provided public comment on the case.
Chelsea, who was adopted by O'Donnell as a baby, has faced years of legal and personal turmoil.
Between September and December 2024, she was arrested three separate times in Wisconsin on multiple felony charges, including possession of methamphetamine, neglecting a child, and bail jumping.
After several releases on bail and repeated run-ins with the law, she ultimately pled guilty in February 2025 to three felony counts - resisting or obstructing an officer, felony bail jumping, and possession of methamphetamine.
Her most recent sentencing marks the culmination of that legal process.
Rosie O'Donnell has long been open about her family's struggles, speaking publicly about the complexities of addiction and mental health.
Close friends say she remains deeply involved in her daughter's care, even as the situation grows more difficult.
Rosie O'Donnell's message of compassion about her daughter Chelsea
While many celebrities choose silence in moments like this, O'Donnell has taken a different approach - using her platform to raise awareness about addiction and to highlight the human stories behind the headlines.
Those close to the comedian say her Instagram post wasn't about seeking pity but about creating space for empathy.
She continues to emphasize that addiction is an illness, not a choice, and that unconditional love remains central to recovery.
In her statement to PEOPLE, O'Donnell reaffirmed her support for Chelsea, describing her journey as «painful» but emphasizing that the family remains united.
She continues to care for Chelsea's four young children, ensuring that they have stability amid the turmoil.
Fans and fellow celebrities have since flooded her comments with words of encouragement, offering prayers and solidarity.
For Rosie O'Donnell, this moment is more than a family crisis - it's a public reminder of how addiction affects not just one person, but an entire circle of love and hope.
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