The troubles didn’t stop for Matthew Rush after being arrested on meth charges last month. Finally, it’s not just the law that is breaking his way.
When The Sword broke the story of Matthew’s arrest (see original post below), his mugshot showed that independent of being in the Broward County Jail, he was in a dark place in his life that had reeked havoc on his mind, body, and spirit.
The Gay Republic has been keeping a close watch on the details since then. After being released on a $1000 bond, unresolved traffic citations led to his rearrest on October 17. He pled guilty to those offenses.He was also granted a hearing for a release on his own recognizance (ROR) that was held yesterday and as a result, Matthew is once again a free man.
A free man who is now free to seek the help he needs. Addiction is a disease that doesn’t care who it infects and definitely treated more effectively just about anywhere than behind bars.
Good luck, Matthew. We’re all rooting for you.
[ORIGINAL POST – September 25, 2017]
While gay porn star Matthew Rush really “meth-ed” this time, finally, we hear from the man itself.
Some stories are news whether I like it or not. This is from the “or not” category.
Matthew Rush, legally known as Greg Grove, has had his ups and downs in life and ins and out with legal trouble over the years.
But as of yesterday, the two converged when he was arrested in Wilton Manors, Florida on two charges:
Possession/use of drug paraphernalia & possession of methamphetamine.
The status of the case, according to the Broward County Sherrif’s Office is “pending trial” with a bond amount of $1000.
The two specific charges are:
§ 893.13(6)(a) (Requires Prescription).
Possession of a controlled substance such as methamphetamine without a valid prescription, except by a physician or pharmacist, is a 3rd-degree felony.
§ 893.147(1) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
It is illegal to possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia.
Many of us have enjoyed Matthew’s work. Personally, I enjoyed many chances to work with him. I am very saddened by this news. But based on his mug shot, Matthew has been fighting bigger battles lately than just Hurricane Irma.
Actually, Matthew has had a pretty lousy 2017. In March, he was arrested after allegedly punching his ex-boyfriend in the mouth. Matthew claimed it was self-defense after his ex forced him out of the house. Later, he claimed it all happened “accidentally” when his ex “ran into his forearm.”
Citing a “lack of information,” a Florida court declined to prosecute the case.
I hope Matthew gets the help he needs. Addiction is a disease that doesn’t care who it inflicts.
[UPDATE: September 25, 2017]
Matthew took to Facebook today to post a brief, but most welcome update. Since he’s posting on Facebook, that means he’s no longer in custody unless they Broward Country Jail makes a social media exceptions.
It’s encouraging to see Matthew reaching out. I hope his next step is getting the help he needs.
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I hope he gets the help.he needs. It would be sad if he followed the same path that most in his profession do. God be with him.
These guys never learn…make a life in porn and this is what happens…type “porn star arrested on google”…watch what pops up…get a job that doesn’t require a daddy….stop hanging around men who need a “popular’ friend to elevate them…I turned down all that crap and enjoy being retired at 52 and traveling the world and still look great…because I don’t need a high to keep me happy…Yes I remember this man…and his little click…where are they now???
good for you for making good choices…I guess cold and brittle and uncaring came in with the bargain
Addiction is not a disease. It’s willful stupidity that uses the disease cry as a cop-out. Pathetic.
You’re an uneducated piece of shit. Die in a fire, douche bag.
Why are you all demonizing a POC, I swear if this was a white boy like Ryan rose you would all be making go fund mes left and right!!!!!
He is a white man
Well said!!!
That sucks. Sometimes you just hope the best for people, and just when you think “Yeah, this one has his sh*t together,” it all goes wrong. Sad. I hope he gets the help he needs.
Was he a chorus girl in the Cell Block tango? His BF ran into his forearm? “He ran into my forearm, he ran into my forearm ten times. He had it coming, he had it coming…” Go get some help and don’t throw things down the toilet. I remember years ago when it was big news that he entered some bodybuilding competition, hence inspired/made one of his porn movie Good as Gold. His mug shot was scary enough as a Halloween mask. Market that and make a million, turn things around!
I think he looks better now – not so puffy in the face with all the roids.
Being he was busted after refusing to leave his ex’s apartment it sounds like he’s hit rock bottom. Hopefully he can get sent to rehab instead of prison and get his life back together.
I wish this guy a happy birthday and a much better year to come.
#SuckingGlassCockRealness
#parTyboTTom
#MethyMcMetherson
Why does this even matter?? I would think ppl would be more interested in adult film stars that actually are doing good in life and for their community. Why is it popular for a meth head to be news. Maybe it’s time to catch up with other popular stars that have not fallen into the typical drug addict role? Also I’d be curious even more to see who “the sword” deemed as doing something positive in their life…. make you wonder why a drug addiction gets covered in the first place.
Who cares what you have to say you can’t even put a user name on your comment.
Greg has done a tremendous amount of good in his life. He has raised tens of thousands of dollars for HIV/AIDS charities via AIDS Walks etc, volunteered his time for a national HIV prevention program (Google DC FUK!T & Matthew Rush), been a wonderful friend, brother and son AND entertained and brought joy to millions of gay men around the world. So fuck you anonymous. Addiction is an illness not a moral failing and is a serious problem in the gay community. I hope the Greg can get the help he needs. He is a precious soul.
He use.d to live in Columbus. I remember him being a stuck up asshole who worked out WAY to much and could be very rude, I remember him trying to insult me once because I was dating a old trick of his. I hope he gets help for his addiction though, I just don’t remember him being that nice.
He’s a known adult star who has legal troubles. That’s why it’s posted. Duh.
Shocking
This story saddens me greatly. Matthew was the first porn model that I was totally in love with. In his earliest porn scenes he could have won the title: Most physically beautiful man on earth. I later saw him in a legitimate play in which he was pretty good. I sure hope he can beat the meth addiction and live a long and healthy life.
He use.d to live in Columbus. I remember him being a stuck up asshole who worked out WAY to much and could be very rude, I remember him trying to insult me once because I was dating a old trick of his. I hope he gets help for his addiction though, I just don’t remember him being that nice.
Sad way of life. I personally would never date a porny seriously how could you share your man like that and think it is any different…it’s not, sad very sad.
Porny? Seriously? It is different it’s called being mature.
Mature? Methinks it’s called being a cuck.
that’s fucked up… I personally would never date a self rightousy person like you
Yet here you are on A gay open blog reading about gay porn stars.
My god he looks terrifying. Like a zombie. Please get well before it’s too late.
Roman Heart, Erik Rhodes & Matthew Rush….
I think Ryan Rose is next, he’s been offline from social media for some time. Something tells me he’s also on his way.
Not sure, which social media you are referring to, because Ryan is posting stuff daily on his twitter and snapchat accounts
He announced his retirement which could mean he’svdine With the Ryan Rose persona that doesn’t mean he’s started doing meth. Get real!
It’s hard to no longer have that Falcon fame with all the travel and appearances and as so many others have done they turned to drugs to numb the pain. Roman is still with us and has gotten himself help from what I hear.
Update: Roman is gone FYI.
I wanna help Greg Grove,a.k.a Matt Rush with his problems if any and take care of him i want him well and happy and if anyone has contact with him could you give him this message
Help him? You mean let him use you for your money so he can buy drugs…. I’m sure that’s what you need is a charity case.
Another one bites the dust.
Matthew was so gorgeous when he signed with Falcon but there was seldom any great chemistry with his co-stars. No real standout scenes but some amazing still photos. With his physique, smart directors might have cast him in more body worship or domination scenes but he almost always gave off a slightly bottom/versatile vibe. You know, the friendly muscleboy next door. Shit, 175 lbs? I wish him a complete recovery.
175 lbs is still not ridiculous, thankfully meth didn’t drag him further down the drain. 175 lbs. could actually be pretty close to his optimal/natural weight given that him-being-large was mostly due to major supplementing and steroids. He’s well into his 40s now and it would be difficult to get back to whatever weight he was, unless he gets back on steroids, but I don’t think that’s what he needs after abusing meth.
So sad.
I think he looks pretty good for his age. Just some red in the eyes making him look a bit haggard.
A bit? I mean he’s already well into his 40s. That coupled with the drug use, will do it.
Being hooked on meth was one of the hardest battles of my life to quit. You don’t even know how really bad it is till you’re looking back at it years later.
He’s down to 175 pounds now, too.
Keep those monkeys caged
Dude, really?
There he goes, making America hate again.
OMG he looks a monster how the hell he got into meth how meth got