Haley Joel Osment, the actor best known for his role in the iconic film The Sixth Sense, is facing legal troubles after being arrested earlier this month for public intoxication and possession of a controlled substance at a ski resort in Mammoth Lakes, California. The arrest occurred on April 8, 2025, when police responded to reports of an unruly skier at the Mammoth Mountain Ski Area.
According to the Mono County Sheriff, Osment, 37, was booked shortly after authorities arrived at the scene around 2:00 p.m. local time. He was reportedly with the ski patrol when police took him into custody. Following his booking, he was released later the same day. A police source indicated that the substance found is presumed to be cocaine, which has since been sent for testing. The outcome of the investigation remains pending, and it is unclear if Osment will face formal charges.
This incident marks a troubling chapter in Osment's life, which has seen its share of challenges. In 2006, he pled no contest to driving under the influence after crashing his vehicle into a brick mailbox pillar, leading to injuries and a sentence that included three years of probation and mandatory alcohol rehabilitation.
Earlier this year, Osment lost his home in the devastating Eaton Fire that swept through the Pacific Palisades and Altadena neighborhoods of Los Angeles. The actor has spoken publicly about the emotional toll of losing his home, describing it as a special place that held significant personal memories. "My heart would be so full every time I drove home. It was such a special place. I loved living there," he expressed on social media.
In the wake of the fire, Osment has been staying with his sister, Emily Osment, who also faced losses in the disaster. Emily, known for her role in Hannah Montana, finalized her divorce from her ex-husband just last month. The sibling duo has been supporting each other during this difficult time.
Osment's career began at a young age, with his breakout role as Forrest Gump's son in the 1994 film Forrest Gump. However, it was his performance in The Sixth Sense that cemented his status as a Hollywood star. The film, released in 1999, earned him an Academy Award nomination at just 11 years old, alongside a Golden Globe nomination and a Saturn Award win.
Despite his early success, Osment's career has seen ups and downs. After taking a hiatus to study acting at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, he returned to the screen in various projects, including Pay It Forward, A.I. Artificial Intelligence, and more recently, Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile and Blink Twice. He is also set to appear in the second season of Netflix's Wednesday.
Osment's recent arrest has raised questions about the pressures faced by former child stars, a topic he has addressed in interviews. In a 2020 conversation, he reflected on the stereotype of child stars experiencing dramatic downfalls, asserting that many have positive experiences. "I think the percentage of people having a positive experience working as children is much higher than most people imagine," he noted.
As the Mono County District Attorney reviews the details of his recent arrest, the actor's future remains uncertain. Fans and observers alike are left wondering how this latest incident will impact his already complex journey in Hollywood.
The public will be watching closely as Osment navigates this challenging chapter, hoping for a resolution that allows him to move forward positively.
