Haley Joel Osment, once one of Hollywood’s most beloved child actors known for his haunting line “I see dead people” in The Sixth Sense, is back in the news—but not for a breakout role. The 37-year-old actor was reportedly arrested earlier this month at Mammoth Mountain, a popular ski resort in California, on charges of public intoxication and possession of a controlled substance.

According to the New York Post, law enforcement responded to a call around 2:00 PM on April 8 about an allegedly intoxicated man on the resort property. That man turned out to be Osment. Sources later told People that the substance in question is “believed to be cocaine,” although authorities have sent it for lab testing.

Despite the serious allegations, Osment appeared unfazed in his mugshot—flashing a wide, almost carefree smile for the camera. He was released shortly after being taken into custody. The case is now in the hands of the Mono County District Attorney’s Office, which will decide whether to formally press charges.

Struggles Behind the Scenes

According to TMZ, Osment has recently faced personal and financial hardship. A fire destroyed his Altadena home, and he is now reportedly in a dispute with his insurance company, which denied his claim for coverage on the new property. “He’s been going through it,” a source said.

This isn’t Osment’s first run-in with the law. In 2006, at just 18 years old, he was charged with DUI and marijuana possession after a car crash. He pleaded no contest and was sentenced to three years of probation. In 2018, he was involved in a heated verbal altercation at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas during Super Bowl weekend, prompting authorities to step in.

A Career that Began with Promise

Osment’s career started much earlier than most remember. At age 4, he starred in a Pizza Hut commercial. That gig opened doors to bigger roles, including playing Forrest Gump’s son in the Oscar-winning film Forrest Gump (1994). But it was his role as Cole Sear in The Sixth Sense that made him a household name. The performance earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor—making him the second-youngest actor ever nominated in that category.

Throughout the early 2000s, Osment appeared in films like Pay It Forward and Secondhand Lions, cementing his reputation as a talented young star. But as he transitioned out of childhood stardom, Osment made a conscious decision to step away from the spotlight. He later attended New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts to focus on honing his craft.

“I spent years doing work that barely anyone saw,” he told The Guardian. “It wasn’t a great move for my career, but it helped me decide if acting was truly what I wanted to pursue long-term.”

Today, he sees his early fame not as a burden, but as a foundation. “I’ve always tried to build on that,” he said. “I’m lucky to have a healthy relationship with that part of my life.”

Life Beyond the Screen

When he’s not acting, Osment enjoys sports and outdoor activities. On a previous episode of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, he shared his love for snowboarding, golfing, and cheering on the Dodgers—making his visit to Mammoth Mountain unsurprising, albeit unfortunate given the outcome.

Acting talent runs in the family. His younger sister, Emily Osment, rose to fame as Lilly Truscott in Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana alongside Miley Cyrus. She has since launched a music career under the name Bluebiird and returned to acting in Netflix’s Pretty Smart and The Kominsky Method, in which she also appeared with her brother.

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Conclusion: A Cautionary Chapter

Haley Joel Osment’s arrest is the latest twist in the life of a star who once captivated the world with his wide-eyed wonder and extraordinary talent. While he has successfully navigated the challenges of child stardom in the past, this recent incident reminds us that personal struggles can affect anyone—regardless of fame. Fans now watch closely, hoping he can once again find his footing, both personally and professionally.