I was 15 at the time, and clearly fan-girling over her boyfriends band but she didnt give off even the slightest hint of rudeness, or jealousy, or possessiveness. If boundaries are established upfront, some of these issues can be avoided. He went into rehab after that. Nope.. Being and ex-heroin addict myself, I know first hand the trials and tribulations that come with doing hard drugs, trying to keep a relationship going with my addicted girlfriend, and playing in a rock band, all at the same time. I am just curious if this is something Demris mom had to face with her kids, especially since some did get caught in addictions. I couldnt afford all the hospital bills, but somehow, or someone, helped Demri. He was getting more and more into one of his favorite hobbies too, which was anime (which he helped get me into. People also asking: . I hate to stop before I am finished with something and will work 72 hours straight to get something finished no matter what even being my own boss. Drugs can bring you to the highest heights. Would anynof those be from 95 or 96 ? Her death is considered to have pushed Layne over the final edge, as he then became a recluse in his own condominium. We all were our suing a buzz in those days and the idea was to just be careful. I remember I was shooting video for Nancy at one of those tributes five years ago -shooting man on the street interviews outside, and Mike pulled up in a limo and talked to some of us , and we chatted but he was high as a kite. After I moved out from Laynes, I didnt have much contact with Demri. Your site has been great in all the information thats been released, but I just wanted to say to you and all, Merry Christmas. Their own Children, Parents, best friends, partners and lovers do not usually stand a chance against it. Rosheen and Demri RIP Rosheen Raugi June 19th 1997 Rosheen was my best friend. I see a lot of conjecture and guessing about the nature of these relationships and its bugged me for years. She thought he should because his stuff was there. Her full name at birth was Demri Lara Parrott. Demri Parrott photo shoot. Demri was bisexual, and she was a nudist. I know that he was at Jerrys 98 Halloween concert, and had thought about making an appearance there. I know that you have a busy life, but Ill never forget that you emailed me info on Demri, such as her liking of decoupage with Angels & Victorian art, which she used & put on boxes as gifts for friends. 1). I always hope to be able to tell myself if I become terminal someday that death is a part of life and hopefully itll bring me some comfort and I will look at it a different way. Hopefully others will not make the same mistakes that so many of us have. In all actuality they probably never will unless they have gone through it. View the latest Demri Parrott photos. His body took a while to die, but his spirit lived on, as did Demris, after her passing. I have never been in that position so Im sure its not nearly that easy. Rest in Peace our sweet angels. Xana here, just wanted to let you know the photo of Demri at friends was my photo and taken at my apt in Hollywood, she did not even know the people in the photo, they m,et about 5 min before I took the photo. Thank you so much for allowing me to be a remote part of the scene, 25 years later! Haha! For opening your heart with all of us, for sharing your love and passion for Demri, for making her not being forgotten e_wink.gif I was only then getting to know Layne and I liked him a lot. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Oct 29th is a day a lot of us who knew and loved Demri will never forget. Demri, who was the cutest, most beautiful thing in the world, came up to me one night and lifted up her shirt. It could be her though because she would definitely go to that show and she did have long hair like that (although her hair was more wavy I think) and there were a lot of people coming up to her and talking which would mesh with how popular she was. When I was on dope I just didnt care and all that mattered was how I was going to get better or keep from being sick it wasnt even about getting high anymore because it would take $500 to vet high once for a couple of hours. REMEMBER Layne and Demri. But Demri did start using drugs again, and instead of asking her to leave, because then she would really be in trouble, Layne took a hike. Not a day goes by when I dont think of the both of them. Jessica, not sure if you will get this its been awhile since you wrote it but I dont update this site very often anymore. Alright, I apologize then and I am very sorry to hear about what your going through. It was copied and posted to several different places. The book was poorly written. Im just happy more people came out and started to share pictures of her. Makes me wonder whether genius will always, without exceptions, come with an enormous cost. But as a fan who collects all kinds of memorabilia, it is nice to have. I was neglecting EVERYONE even my daughter when sick and when High I just wasnt worried about it. That doesnt mean I dont care that just means I wasnt aware. Thank you for this website and your time. Maybe Ill find a little peace now even without credibility, just like you always thought was possible. I ask them to send me the strength I need. Anyway, I think you hit the nail on the head when you explained why Layne did what he did. Demri lost that place in Feb. Because she could no longer afford the rent on her own. Demri would be proud of you So for all the AIC fans who hate Demri because of this, you are all wrong. The hat was donated to them because I have never sold a thing of Andys and I was afraid of what may happen to it should something happen to me. Did you hear this new record by this band? And I loved itI thought it was so cute. Being so removed from the reality of it all only made it more exciting though, and through all my adult years I have regularly sought out every bit of information I could about the real lives of the musicians involved, and in this case, their significant others. Every parent wants their child to grow up healthy and successful. If a kittens in your bed clawing you, its a kitten, you know? Bless you, get well, and have a Happy New Year filled with love, happiness, and joy. From then on, he said, he just wanted to do art and make music for his friends. Even by something as small as a cold. I am sure that he was pressured to go on tour and not feeling well decided that instead of letting the fans down and letting them see him in that state he felt he had a better chance stating away from that pressure. She stayed with whoever would let her in during her final year, and was taken in by the father of a friend. You will be ok. Love lots of love. I will speak for us all in saying we hope you read this and change your minds. DAVID DUET At our next rehearsal, Demri and Layne walked in together, and within a month I was doing guest appearances with Alice in Chains, singin Bowie songs and stuff. Sure looks like Demri. Although she is not here in body, I can guarantee she is here in spirit, watching everyone and is beside her mother. Content on this page is contributed by editors who belong to our editorial community. Just curious, why isnt Rosheen amongst the loved ones mentioned in Demris obituary? Was it the pressure she felt? Get over yourself and if you remember to comment then be positive and stop snapping at people. It is a horrible existence. Very little is known of Demri Parrott, except that she was practically worshiped by her fianc, Layne Staley. Did she have a license? Anyways, I would love to hear an update from you, as to how youre doing, and hopefully feeling better. Which makes the seductive drugs become even more powerful. Not trying to get anything out of you, no anger, but if what you say is true, and I believe you, Rosheen wouldve passed in April 1998. Young, but very sexy. They dated for 2 years after getting together in Mar 1988. God bless them both, may both be in Heaven with G0Ds good graces falling upon them. Please answer, so that I may know that youre ok. All my love, Laura. Oh lord, the jokes ;D They would go out together and a lot of people thought they were gay. You were never just Layne Staleys girlfriend you were definitely an energy and a force all your own. Ive always thought you were such an exotic beauty. They both were on different drugs by the time Dirt came out, and it only grew worse for them both, though they still loved one another. However they clearly adored each other and this is why they remain such a large part of each others legacy. Need to search harder for the better ones. It was her choice, Im sure if someone could have stopped her, they would have done so. It sounds far fetched but then thinking that we just turn off like a light bulb is also way too hard for me to accept. I thought that taking drugs is an adventure, that it makes possible to survive such a thing as great artists who are an inspiration to us, but now I know its not an adventure, it is often the road of no return. Layne and "Demri's" families have the right to mourn them with dignity and they have a right to remember their loved one's through very rose tinted glasses. She was talking to another guy right behind Layne and she was wearing black shirt and shorts. I can only imagine what the music, art and fashion industries would be like today if they had both survived their addictions. I adored the both of them, but we definitely had plenty of conversations that were like, Look, its not fair for me to say whats right or wrong for you guys But I got to the point where I was like, I cant have this goin on here and be wonderin if you guys are gonna wake up or not., SUSAN SILVER Not that the others werent heavily into drugs, too, but Layne was clearly so deepit was so dangerousthat all of our lives centered around how to aid him. Im confused. But they were always connected, and when she passed, so did Laynes spirit. Pictures of Demri Lara Parrot. Life is one thing after another, with drugs more so. Shitty logic. 2 of Kathleens patients told her about this weird thing that happened (he had done the same thing). I often checked on my kids breathing when they were newborns. Yes, they had other loves, yes, they were not dating at the time of her death, yes, Demri was off on a jag, staying with someone else. Although I know that my parents did the best they could, I want more for her and never want her to feel how I have so many time. Especially a timeless celebrity like Layne Staley who left behind such a powerful legacy of music that continues to be important to so many people. Then there was some stuff with his mother that I just cant share here. I know exactly what he was feeling like I felt it every day I had to go to work sick or living to get high. Hi Amber, I was shocked to see how much you have shared about Layne and Demris life. The day I met Demri she was wearing them, along with cut-off jeans, and a cardigan shed had since gradeschool (apparently). At least, Layne came first. There are records showing that she prostituted in her last years, however Im not sure that her family want this discussed. She stumples out to the car and passes out (O.D.s duh!). Thanks for the reply. I just look forward to hearing from someone. If I worked at Microsoft and went to Rehab I guarantee my coworkers wouldnt be coming to hash out work problems. Hope Im making sense. I cant say I know much about her, but in the end, I hate the idea of romanticizing two junkies seemingly feeding off of each other. In a few days it will be 24 years since her passing, and Id really love to honour her just by sharing some of the things Ive read about her; good and bad. Layne apparently adored her; he would never talk badly about her and apparently it was the same with her. When he came back from tour he moved back in until the band went down to do Rock in Rio. Just one of many reasons I want to be cremated so Im not out in a cemetery forgotten about like by some prick like that! There is a thin line between being a friend and being a parent. This is in response to what Liz said about Layne and Kurt, were they good friends? The next year they got invited to play Unplugged and did a couple of songs for a movie and then Demri died in October and Layne kindof shut himself off. What happened with that book, he had a really good chronological order of things. It was supposed to be their clean and healthy place and after Ward. Mike, Rosheen, Andrew Wood and now sadly.. the list grows.. Chris Cornell who was an amazing man, husband and Father and Friend. Maybe her mom or her friends have some but are not interested in posting them. And thank you for your website. It is even hard this far out but so freeingI have terminal cancer and if I could I would have love to have given your daughter whatever it was in me to make this happen so she could be here with you Addiction is a disease and one we need to address in this country very seriously without all the judgementWe shall just pray for all the negative talk out there if there is and the ironic thing is that it is those that judge other addicts that will discover it is in their own family! Then again, all the dealers would come to his house anyway, because, hey, he was Layne Staley. I ran into Darin a few days back always nothing but love when we see each other. It helped me get the guts to start learning to play guitar, something Ive wanted to do for a long time! May God Bless you. Sometimes, we forget that they are people too. <3, Hi Barb I needed to reach out to one of Demris friends. Photos View all Demri Parrott pictures Description: Demri Lara Parrott Murphy (February 22nd 1969 - October 29th 1996) was an American model, artist, and muse, and an amateur actress, girlfriend and later fiance of Alice in Chains singer Layne Staley. I want to protect her from the despair, shame, guilt, pain, and the rest of the feelings that go hand in hand with drug addiction/mental illness. She attended high school at Arlington High School, Washington (1984 -1986). Im so glad that Demris mother supported her no matter what. Ya I mess up and say it (we had nicknames) but also it was to motivate her to add a little fuel under her butt and remember she had a purpose for being here. It seems like Demri was homeless, staying here and there. They werent dating at the time, just sharing the apartment. Dark features (eyes and hair), long dark hair, Arlington High School, Washington (1984 -1986), Lakewood High School, Arlington, WA (1986). Demri always and forever a wild wood pixie. Anway hope you continue to find this website informative and fun to visit. For life. Yes, families fight, a lot, but in death should not peace be made between everyone? The girl looks like her. I wish things could have turned out differently for her. My tricuspid valve was infected and a large vegetation had grown on it. They have many members,some who knew Layne personally,and they are always being updated with member participation. It is a familiar tale but one that just cant penetrate the young minds. Youve done a great job with this site, having your own life & kids, that I thank you. At 26 she was wearing a pacemaker. But why DID they break off their engagement? BECAUSE YOU ARE SICK AND TIRED OF BEING SICK AND TIRED!! Love everyone? All text content on this website is copyrighted by , DARIN LAMBS GUEST POST ONE OF LAYNE AND DEMRIS BEST FRIENDS AND MY EX-BOYFRIEND, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ot0g2SWqnK8, http://grungestorytellers.xanaland.com/2013/02/happy-birthday-demri-crew-guy-recalls.html, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlGZfqQzpvU, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQA98ZTJDTc. I do think that Demri deserves more appreciation in her own right, though. If you call 911, he wont be your friend. Poor girl. Moreover, his body's autopsy and toxicology report revealed that Layne was laying two weeks before the police found him in his Seattle condo. anyhow I have always speculated that the girl he was referring to was her. Not Demri, sorry. Would love to hear & read your insights on them. Layla, Ummmm people still have lives to live sir, No need to apologizeIt just shows you careI was just giving you another way to think of it but not like the person behind me answeredsaying others have lives to live etcthat is selfish and narcissistic as you know what! It is around this point he cut her off financially so he was not supporting her addiction. Layne was very true to Demri in his heart, but he related many, many wild touring adventures to me.. Would they be right? It took me a long time to figure out what to write here, but I felt compelled to say something. 04/05/93|04/05/02 It tries to steal your life and the sparkle or energy that flows within us all. . I have the second version and it was at the bookstore and we got it for like $20 or so. What a cute smile! The drug grabbed a hold of me and before I knew it I was doing dumb shit to get my hands on it. She was the biological daughter of Kathleen Ann ne Austin and Dennis Wayne Dougherty, but at the time of her birth, her 18-year-old mother had been married to Stephen John Parrott, aged 21, for 21 days. He is artistic, plays the drums and guitar, he has natural talent. I can say that Kathleen and Rosheens Moms know each other and leaned on each other during that tough time when they both lost their daughters. I hope things are getting better for you and if not you hear me and please go get help. I went through and read all the Layne/Demri parts when I first got the book, too. Teri, Mark Arms girlfriend, was maybe going to live there and then Chad from RHCP did for a little bit but they all had their issues. I see so many other say this, I feel the same way. I found the video I think but did not see any girl Thank you. Makes me scared to have children. Then they put out Tripod and yet again Layne would not be able to tour because he was so sick. I know this is an old post but why did you put Demris name in quotes? Thanks for your compassion. The facts, and I will allow myself to speak of them as facts, as I have 100% trust in Barbaras descriptions and tellings, are staggering. For all the site! By the way she didnt like her name shorted she loved the unique name of Demri. However, in the years that followed Dirt"s success, Layne and Demri drifted apart, and their engagement broke sometime in 1994, although she features in the cover of Mad Seasons Above. Dem had gifts, she was not tortured she was a very old soul. I hope that you come to this site again. I remember Johnny being the same way. You have enough money, you can go buy a cottage on the beach and be there with Demriwho was also very artisticand you can go and create whatever art you want., DAVID DUET Layne and Demri had kind of an open relationship. I will forever cherish our short time together. Alice In Chains frontman Layne Staley and model Demri Parrott's relationship started as a fairytale but turned out a tragic love story that people can still remember. Im loving this website and to found out more about Layne and Demri and how unique they were makes me really happy| . me too, i wonder what it is about her that's so magnetic! I wish Demri had that same desire, to want to be an actress/model, who read books, studied acting. Thank You! Nice whataboutism. This website is simply amazing, a treasure trove of information for those wanting to go under the surface. Jerry is one of the best melody writers ever, and Layne was a virtuoso vocalist and obviously his lyrics resonate with so many people. Pictures and info about the woman who stole Layne Staley's heart and inspired fashion trends during the '90s Seattle grunge era. Now to think theres Demri fan sites and Facebook groups!? I made myself get over my stupid feelings for you because I had to, and when I did that I also got over my frustration with the fact that everytime I defended you I had to hide behind anonymity and lose credibility. If your brain and body like it your brain and your body will talk you into trying it again.. and again and before you know itand pretty soon you cant stop itand even if your brain and your body agree with your heartdrug addiction is cunning. I wish you were still here with us. De Sola writes in Alice in Chains: The Untold Story: People who knew very well Layne and Demri, in general, agreed and told me that Layne never surpassed Demris death. American of Native American (Cherokee), Irish, Scottish, remote Welsh, English, and Swiss-German descent. Ok, thank you Liz! @ Eric: Nothing. I believe that although Layne loved her, and Demri loved him, they both had their own agendas for life, which unfortunately didnt mesh in the final turn of life. Did Layne Staley lose his teeth? Demri Parrott was in relationships with Rosheen Raugi (1993 - 1996), Kent Lake (1988), Paul Uhlir (1987 - 1989) and John Baker (person) (1984). BUMMER. Im very thankful for my daughter because for the first time I had to clean up and start to deal with things. Im sure that hes sad, Im sure he feels it. Anyway.. hate to burst your bubble and mine.. because I was excited to see a video of her FINALLY but no that is not her. Much love to you. Demri's birth in Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington, in the United States of Americas Pacific Northwest. I liked Classic rock and blues when I was 11. Its people like demri and Layne who would really make you think life was worth living. I know that this might sound discouraging for the addicts whose reading this but if theyre heroin addicts then they already know the harsh truth. Regarding kids I think Layne wanted to have a family. I know many Alice In Chains fans dislike her because she got Layne into heroin. Regardless, you have done great justice to remembering your friends. Also, you mentioned the pain she was in, & how her mother, Kathleen tried so much to help. Demri was born in Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington, in the United States of America's Pacific Northwest. She was apparently very chatty, witty and loud. Did pick up the phone for him and speak to John Wayne Gacy and didnt know til I hung up, every place else was an apt. I promised both I would never read it, but the excerps I have seen are ridiculous. I realize this stuff is old news for you guys, but for people who are just coming to this subject (who have a passion to know the truth) the information via comments on this site is vital. Haha! I know this because Layne called me to make sure I was checking on her so I was around a lot. She would be in there for months at a time following serious operations on her heart that left a foot long scar on her chest, and she had a pacemaker installed. She was born Feb. 22, 1969, in Bremerton. I watched so many people either die or just become such a broken mess they probably wish they were dead. They both wanted to live a normal life, get married, but the drugs stood in the way. AiC was playing a show that night at an old fire station in Redmonddo you remember that place? We all know parts of things, combined it all might make sense one day huh? Also how she would decorate her hospital room with the same. Genealogy for Demri Lara Parrott (1969 - 1996) family tree on Geni, with over 230 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. . But of course I would hate to spread any lies or speculation; if youre a friend or relative that somehow comes across this and would like anything removed please let me know. For me, I was blesse dot have been there when it all happened ( Im from L.A. I dont update it much but sometimes I add to the pages more.. like I did this one recently. I have had major issues with drugs and alcohol (off and on) since I was in my early teens and I could have 100 people tell me that I could always visit or talk with them when Im feeling down however I always had a hard time with that because its hard to explain to someone if theyve never been there. Anyway I feel for both of them. Thank you, I know you may not get the chance to answer this. Its hard to have someone understand that you didnt get off the couch all day because you just couldnt get up or because you want to rip the painful gaping hole out of your chest. Love to you all, from Scotland She was only 27. By 96 or so, Jerry was fed up with Laynes fear of touring. Stay away is all I can say, I have met very few people who have just tried heroin and not become addicted. Thank you so much for sharing your stories.
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