Greenville, SC – On December 16, 2024, Le’Andria Johnson, a well-known U.S. gospel singer, was arrested for public drunkenness in Greenville County, South Carolina. The arrest, made around 3:37 p.m., highlights Johnson’s ongoing struggle with alcoholism. Records show the 41-year-old, who stands 5’8” and weighs 192 lbs, was booked into the Greenville County Detention Center and is being held without bond. This is not Johnson's first encounter with the law regarding her alcohol issues; she previously served 30 days in jail for violating probation related to another public drunkenness charge. Johnson has been open about her battle with alcohol, discussing it at various public events, including a Family and Friends Day at Holy Ghost Headquarters Revival Center, where she recounted an earlier arrest for public drunkenness after being pulled over post-bar visit. Reactions to her latest arrest are mixed, with some fans showing sympathy for her addiction struggles, while others believe she should face the same consequences as anyone else in a similar situation.
Born on January 23, 1983, in Palatka, Florida, Johnson gained fame by winning Season 3 of BET’s Sunday Best. Her debut album, ‘The Awakening of Le’Andria Johnson,’ topped the U.S. Billboard Gospel Albums chart, leading to two more successful albums. Despite her professional achievements and an estimated net worth of $9 million, Johnson has been candid about her personal and professional struggles, balancing her career with being a mother of three. This recent incident adds another layer to her well-documented battle with addiction, drawing both support and criticism from the public. Johnson’s openness about her challenges underscores the complexities of addiction and the public's reaction to it, emphasizing the ongoing journey she faces in overcoming these struggles. For more details, refer to the main article.
