‘The Mentalist’ star Simon Baker admits to drinking and driving

Updated : Sep 11, 2024 19:01
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Australian actor and director Simon Baker, best known for his role in the CBS drama series ‘The Mentalist’, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving under the influence. The 55-year-old actor avoided a conviction as he appeared before court for sentencing.

Simon Baker, who had a blood-alcohol level above the legal limit of 0.05%, was released on a nine-month good behavior bond with no conviction recorded. Baker had admitted to drinking four glasses of wine over dinner. He showed remorse, cooperated with police, and has since completed a rehabilitation program. 

Simon Baker has also appeared in the Oscar-nominated 2006 film ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ alongside Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway.  

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