I personally feel that many people as they age look back at their lives and regret choosing a certain path or profession. When you are young you feel like you are 10 feet tall and bullet proof. Even if he did know the side effects of doing the gear, reality doesn't hit until your time in the limelight is over. When things slow down and you are able to reflect back on wether it was worth it or not? Health is of great concern. You only get one body. Treat it right and it will treat you right back. Abuse it and it will age and shut down prematurely. A big price to pay for a small instance of fame IMO.