Renowned Oasis star, Noel Gallagher, recently shared a tale that’s both humorous and cautionary, illustrating the pitfalls of indulgence and a series of unfortunate events. During a candid conversation on his friend Matt Morgan’s podcast, Noel disclosed the events leading to a painful injury, including a black eye and cut to the head, all while innocently attempting to brush his teeth before bedtime.
The story unfolded at a celebrity-filled birthday bash, where the iconic musician found himself inebriated after indulging in one too many drinks. In his intoxicated state, he decided to retire to the downstairs toilet to avoid disturbing his sleeping partner. Little did he know that this seemingly innocuous decision would result in an unexpected and painful turn of events.
As Noel narrated, “I was so f***ing drunk that I was, in fact, in the downstairs toilet. I was out late, so I was sleeping downstairs, right, because I was out late and I didn’t want to wake my missus up.” Oblivious to the impending mishap, he continued his nighttime routine, attempting to brush his teeth while also dealing with jewelry he had been wearing.
As reported by Mirror – In an ill-fated moment, one of the precious items slipped from his hands and onto the hard floor. With impaired judgment, Noel attempted to catch it mid-air, resulting in a devastating collision with the stone sink. The consequence was a “massive gash” on the top of his nose and a subsequent black eye. The pain was undoubtedly palpable, and the lesson was clear: Even the most mundane tasks can have dire consequences when influenced by excessive alcohol consumption.
Reflecting on his rock and roll days, Noel confessed that he used to embrace a carefree attitude, seemingly impervious to the consequences of his actions. However, as the years have passed, his drinking habits have evolved, and he now considers multiple nights out in succession a recipe for a “nervous breakdown.”
Interestingly, amidst his personal revelations, the spotlight shifted to the long-standing feud with his brother and former Oasis bandmate, Liam Gallagher. The siblings famously fell out in 2009, marking the end of Oasis as a band. Yet, fans continue to hold onto hope for a potential reunion. Liam recently expressed his desire to mend their relationship, yearning for the day when Noel would extend the olive branch and potentially pave the way for an Oasis revival.