'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Star Nicholas Brendon Apologizes for Incident While in Town for Comic-Con
Nicholas Brendon says he intends to "seek treatment" for his "demons."
— -- "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" star Nicholas Brendon, 43, apologized today on Facebook for the incident that happened over the weekend at Tree City Comic-Con in Boise, Idaho.
The actor, who played Xander on the show, was taken into custody on Friday night and charged with two misdemeanors after a disturbance at his hotel, where he showed signs of intoxication, according to KTVB in Idaho.
"I apologize," the actor wrote today. "Usually those words end a message like this but I am beginning with them to emphasize how much I regret disappointing my family, my fans, and myself. I can offer an explanation but I make no excuse for my unacceptable behavior."
He continued, "For the past 5 days, I have been taking prescription pain medication to help me manage a cyst behind my knee cap, which is scheduled for corrective surgery on Monday morning. I made the poor decision to mix this prescribed medication with alcohol. The result was embarrassing and unacceptable. I intend to seek appropriate treatment and therapy for my medical ailments as well as my emotional demons."
Brendon apologized again in the statement and added, "During this difficult time, I appreciate understanding as I pursue rehabilitation -- and I value support as I earn redemption with my family, friends, and fans."
Police are still investigating the case and they say additional charges are possible, KTVB added.
Brendon got married in Las Vegas just a few weeks ago to Moonda Tee.