Haley Joel Osment, an Oscar-nominated actor for The Sixth Sense, was arrested and taken into custody after causing a disturbance and possessing drugs at a ski resort in California in early April.
On April 17, the Mono County District Attorney's Office said Haley Joel Osment was charged with possession of cocaine and disorderly conduct. His trial is scheduled for July 7.
The 37-year-old actor was arrested after causing a disturbance at the Mammoth Mountain ski resort in California. At the time, Haley smelled of alcohol, was disheveled, and was arguing with other skiers. When police officers handcuffed him, Haley refused to reveal his name and said, "I'm American." Police later discovered a substance resembling cocaine hidden in the actor's helmet. During the argument with the police, Haley cursed and used abusive language. He was taken to the police station and detained for a while before being released.
On Thursday, Haley Joel Osment posted a statement apologizing for "saying terrible things" while intoxicated. "I am truly appalled by my actions. If I had known that I would have used such shameful language in a time of loss, I would have spoken up sooner. The past few months of loss and displacement have left me in a very bad emotional state," Haley said, referring to losing her home in the January bushfires. The actor apologized to everyone and promised to make amends.
Haley Joel Osment was born in 1988 in Los Angeles to an artistic family. His father is actor Michael Eugene Osment, and his sister Emily Osment is also an actress, making her mark on the shows Hannah Montana and Young Sheldon. Haley is best known for playing the boy Cole Sear in the 1999 horror film The Sixth Sense, starring alongside Bruce Willis. The role earned him an Oscar nomination at the age of 11 - one of the youngest actors ever nominated. Haley also had impressive roles in A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001) and Pay It Forward (2000). As an adult, he continued his diverse acting career, including independent films, comedy, and voiceover.
In 2006, Haley Joel Osment was charged with drunk driving and possession of marijuana after crashing his car into a mailbox in the Los Angeles area. The actor was placed on three years of probation, ordered to attend 60 hours of alcohol treatment, and paid a $1,500 fine.