Behind the Curtain: The Bam/Novak Saga 

Who woulda thought out of these crews it would be Novak and Steve O who would be sober

Brandon you’re a good guy. The way you treated my son during a signing w/ Bam back in the day made that little kids year. He’s now 21 and we still talk about that day. Thank you.

Watching Brandon talk about sobriety and how good and happy he looks I've finally decided to go into treatment for my alcoholism. I sent him a message on Instagram thanking him and to say a prayer for me. He replied back in an hour wishing me well. Top dude.

I'm 60 days as of today. And this really hit my heart. I'm 35 year old and grew up watching you guys. And feel like I've grown up with you. All the best wishes to bam and you.

As a former drug addict myself watching Novak being clean really warms my heart. Well done Novak. Well done. Stay strong and positive man. You got this.

He never gave up on you, now you never give up on him!

At the ripe old age of 45, I’m now 19 years clean from Heroin and Crack. It’s been a rough road, but I did it. I’ll still smoke some weed and drink some beer here and there, but that’s it.

These guys chasing each other's tails trying to help each other. Hope the best for you both.

One and a half years clean off iv heroin. Your videos helped me cope.

He was your rock, be his. You got this. Friendships hit a lot of waves, stay the course. Your story and your support will help him more than either of you will ever realize.

I'm so far about 5 days sober. Shit is tough. But. I'm doing well.

When Dunn pushed Novak... I felt that. From both sides.

Be there for bam, that's all you can do, he'll get sober when he's ready to

9:40 Bam is cradling you like a mother, man if that is not a sign of love idk what is.

Who’s here after seeing bams rant?

Today is my 3rd day cold turkey from cocaine, ecstasy and alcohol. I’m 27 and for a long time felt like I had a death wish even doing crazy shit like driving candy flipping. There is much life to live and I hope people like Bam, myself and anyone else struggling with depression can overcome their demons 🙏🏾 Thank you Mr. Novak and Steve-O for inspiring me because nothing is impossible

Bams rise was during Novak’s Fall. And now Novak’s rise is during Bams fall. These Pennsylvanians are a interesting breed.

Y’all are friends for a reason. Y’all get this fixed, be healthy together. Go skate together. Let’s get this going in a great direction guys. Cmon

It's sad seeing Ryan talk about how he doesn't want to lose Brandon to addiction while he's drinking a beer knowing that's basically what got him.

Seems like people who have experienced the deepest darkest places in life are the first ones to help others recover. You don't give up on good people that took the dark path.

Bam kissing his Bro when novak was down and crying gave me a whole different perspective on bam

Brandon Dicamillo was the smart one of the group and he knew where the group was heading. Hopefully Bam gets better

Bam did so much For Novak and I really hope someone will be there for Bam cuz he needs it.

On Viva La Bam I couldn’t stand Novak. Really amazed to see his transformation. Takes a real man to grow and get clean like this. Hope he can continue to inspire others struggling with substance abuse.

I think the chemistry that worked so well in the show was the fact that all these guys really were childhood friends and really did care about each other. Seeing the videos of bam and Ryan Dunn show just how much these guys cared. Hopefully bam can get it together before it kills him.

I'm thinking of Bam and praying that he can find the strength to get better. Bless you both. Thank you for all you do!

Brandon and Steve - O. How nice it is to see them sober enjoying life.

Drug addiction doesn’t discriminate and will tear any person, family, or even nation apart. I hope Bam gets better. He is lucky to have you, just as you were lucky to have him. This is an example of how “what goes around comes around”. No magic or karma. Just being a good friend and having that reciprocated at the most needed time.

3 years sober on 11/11/19 And from Baltimore

9:31 - awww, that footy of you crying and Bam hugging your head is so heartbreaking & beautiful all at once. i loved hearing your words regarding how solid your friendship is- after the hell youve both gone through, after we all lost Ryan Dunn (seeing the Haggard Doc clips in color was a treat), its great knowing you both still have each other. love you, Brandon 💙

4 years clean of herion this sept. Thanks for the inspiration

I cried for a sec near the end there. 3+yrs clean from fentanyl here. I wish I had any friends for life that cared about me like this- hold onto it! Proud of us both.

Dude... You look SO HEALTHY. Tears and smiles.

Love seeing someone get clean. My childhood was spent watching these guys and I love to see this man look as good as he does. Now go help your friend!

So glad he got sober!! If he & Stevo can both get sober, absolutely anyone can!! I love how he kept that book & pants. Absolutely beautiful. I hope so much Bam gets well. He deserves it & Ryan would want that so bad!! “Cause he’s a fuckin awesome dude!!” 🥺🥺💜💜

For some reason the clip of him crying with bam comforting him after not being allowed on tour really stuck with me.

At least Novak has admitted his part in driving Bam insane and he's trying to be a friend with full understanding and no judgment. I honestly feel that MTV's greed really ruined CKY's friendship.

I'm turning 40 this year, and been clean since 2006. It CAN be done.

I stumbled on this video while on a trip down CKY memory lane, but I have to say this video has left me with a strong feeling of appreciation for my life and what I have. Your perspective and your story is really worth sharing and I want to thank you for creating this channel Brandon.

Honesty is bravery, this is a powerful story man. Stay strong, stay sober. We all want Bam to be sober as well. Respect..

267 days strong and to be honest Novak when it comes to sobriety, it will never JUST be a beer again.

Been clean for 4 years. And still every single day all i want is to get out of where I am. Just wanted to say that finally. But I count my blessings and consider being blessed for my sobriety. Just wish life changed with it.

Novak and Steve O killing that sober life!!

Seeing Bam hold Novak in the bus while he's crying. Damn, man...

Relieved to hear that you’re there for Bam. Take care of each other always.

The moment with Novak and Dunn 💔 Novak’s friends loved him so much they didn’t want to see him doing drugs they all tried

You and so many of you have been a part of my life granted through a screen and not in person but still a very important part to it which I'm sure is the same for many that watched this or commented. I'm glad you have stayed sober and that you have shared more insight to some of things that went down. Thank you for the video.

i’m sober 4 years in june, your story in rehab spoke volumes to me and it really hit home. Proud of you Novak, you’ve come a long way, One day at a time.

Brandon is it truly amazing what sobriety can bring out In people. You and Steve-o are so much more articulated these days and just look so healthy and full of life. Its truly amazing to see. From one former addict to another stay strong brother. I'm going on 5 months clean off the smack and hope to keep on keeping on.

That was such a beautiful clip seeing Bam comfort Novak like that. As addicts, that's what we all need. And yes, I'm saying we because I too am an Opiate addict, and have been experimenting and getting addicted to drugs ever since i was 13-14 years old. It started with weed, then progressed to adderall, xanax, alchohol, and then it settled with pain pills and suboxone. The latter of which I'm currently addicted to. I think it all started for me as a way to comfort myself physically and mentally. Growing up in a household that was super unstable never having a true mother or father figure that would comfort you in a time of need because they too were drug addicts. My dad was always gone. He was home 1-2 days a week my ENTIRE life. He had a terrible sex and drug addiction. He cheated on my mom with prositutes and other women for years, and when he was home, it was a constant fight, seeing him beat my mom, badmouth her, and then proceed to beat or badmouth me and my brother, it took it's toll. They divorced after 28 years of marriage. Long story short, I'm still searching for that one thing that's going to replace drugs as a comfort. I'm just now realizing that I should probably comply with people more and love myself, because I've spent so long in the throws of addiction isolated from everyone in the world I completely understand why I am the way I am. It only took half of my life. I'm 27 now, and knowing what has happened to so many people my age is almost enough alone to quit, but the main reason I'm ready to quit.. Is because I'm so tired of hurting. Being in pain, being alone, unloved.. I finally want to surrender. I just hope when I do, I can find someone like Bam is for Novak here, and feel loved for the first time in a long time. People, if you have someone that loves you for you, I strongly advise you that you keep him/her in your life, because you never know.. It could be your last. I'm beginning my journey soon. To love myself, and to find someone who loves me, without drugs being the main factor. I hope I succeed, and If I do, I will go out of my way to let you know how it is. Wish me luck.

I have so much respect and love for you Brandon. Thank you for responding to me on FaceBook YEARS ago when I was struggling to get sober. You helped me, you cared to help me, and you gave me words of encouragement and hope. I'm sure you don't remember because so many people come to you for advice. You have quite the story under your belt which has granted you much wisdom that helps many of us addicts. Thank you again Brandon. Thank you. You contributed to saving my life from a dark path. You will always hold a place in my heart. Stay safe brother.

You're the man Novak! When I was at my darkest I threw you a text on the number you were giving out publically on the Dopey podcast (RIP Chris) and you responded right away. It's amazing your commitment to your sobriety and being of service, it really restores your faith in humanity to know people like you exist. Thanks for sharing this story man, it's so important.

I have seven months sober today from Xanax and heroin. I credit your book as something that really woke me up. I seriously appreciate you Novak. You spoke to me on the phone when I was at rock bottom and sent me some texts. Thank you for being such a positive role model to drug addicted kids and young men around the world. Keep fighting the good fight. Much love, -Louie

Coming from a family with a long history of alcoholism and addiction issues, I know how difficult that shit is to deal with, it's draining. I hope Bam and Novak continue to be sober, nobody deserves to live in the hell of addiction.

Don't let go of Bam! He's probably not seeing straight now, but one day hopefully. He needs friends and support

Just got outta rehab, Brandon's story saved my life

Man, I wish I had a friend like Bam. That would've been there in my darkest hour and offered a hand. Instead, all of my so called friends left me in my dark time and said they couldn't handle it. So I had to dig myself out. Now that I'm clean, I trust nobody and I will never let myself down again because I was the only one there to dig myself out. If that makes any sense

You're great novak, been watching you guys since I was a kid. Show him all your love and help him get thru this. He will. Maybe he needs a healthy way to cope with everything in his life. You both are so blessed, don't waist it. 🙏🏼

Novak is one of the best inspirational stories. If himself and Steve-O could turn around their destructive lifestyles anyone can. Unfortunately, some people don't know where or how to start until it is too late. :(

So fuckin proud of you, brother! 05/22 marks 4 years for me. I was on the bottle and it was running me straight into the ground. At the end of this year I'm getting married as a brand new, sober man. If we can do it, anyone can do it. Thanks for sharing your story. Wish you nothing but the best, brother! ❤️🤘🏼

It's good to hear Novak talking about something other than his scripted story hes memorized about addiction. I love Novak but every time I watched a new Novak interview he explained the same story the same way every time

Having done the Opiate thing for 10 years i can relate to this a lot. You are a true friend Novak. Just be there for Bam as he was always there for you.

Thanks for being open about it all and telling it how it is. We all have our demons but alot of us don't put them out for others to see and most choose not to talk about them. I find it to be helpful to be open, share and talk about them. Much love and respect to you and BAM, God bless and keep it going one day at a time.

“Why me, why me?” I think the reason Bam was so mad at you is because he loved you unconditionally, always took you in, never gave up on you. And to him it probably felt like you judged him and gave up on him, what he doesn’t realize was you just didn’t want to enable him like he enabled you.

Dude it's amazing that you're still alive. Amazing to see you clean. Life is good. I hope Bam lets you help him. You are both good dudes and have so much to give to the world.

I pray to God you never lose focus Novak. You owe it to yourself, to live a beautiful n sober life. And in the meantime, just think about the people you have, and eventually will help... and Smile. Sincerely, All the Best.

Brandon, i gotta say, i have never been more impressed, amazed, shocked, mindblown at the rebirth of somebody before you. This new you is absolutely beyond beautiful and special and smart and cool and calm and collected. You are a god right now man and i know everyone is fuckin proud of you if you aren't already. Keep being amazing and i cant wait to watch all your content from now on and to keep watching you become the amazing man you always could be. Congratulations my man. I love you x

Really great and insightful video. I ran into you at the Baltimore tattoo convention some years ago. I was newly sober.. had just gotten out of rehab, and saw ya walking through and ran after you to say what’s up. I had heard you were getting clean again and asked about it. I guess it turned out that you were fighting through it still at that point, and shortly after got sober. Of all the people I’ve met in rehab, meetings, etc.. I pulled a lot of inspiration from your story. How you were even sharing your personal number with people on IG.. I’ve learned how important it is to be open about sobriety.. because you never know how many people that had no one to relate to, and felt alone.. can just flip a switch and realize they’re ready to live their lives again. I’m glad you’re doing so well. 🤘

Hey Brandon I just really wanna say thanks for sharing your story bro. In October of 2017 I was listening to your " Tomorrow is going to be Better" riding in the car sick as a dog heading to yet another detox. And something really stuck with me that day. I also listened to it as soon as I got out on my way home in the car. I found so much inspiration in your story and I am proud to say now two years later I am still sober and I want to say thanks for that story two years ago it played a big part on my hope of getting sober... Keep sharing your story and experiences, you never know who might be listening and who might hear something that makes this shit click..

You were a huge step in my recovery. I was in rehab and someone gave me your book to read. I've only read two books in my life and yours was one of them. True friends stick together through thick and thin. Glad that you are still sober. I'm going on 5 years now and can say that I have no desire to go back to that lifestyle. Live the stories in your book BTW.

I’m so happy for Novak and Steve O! You’re an inspiration to many and don’t ever stray from your path. Much love!

Just seeing this in Feb 2022 and with Jackass 4 coming out and all the shit that’s gone down recently with Bam. It’s so great to see you doing so well, Novak. Us fans just want to see all you guys healthy and happy. Prayers up for Bam

Dude I wish I had a friend like you. You are so god damn inspiring bro and you liked a comment I made awhile back on Instagram and that made my day. The fact that you really do read each and every comment and sometimes even give advice is awesome. Novak you are the fucking man!! 🤘🏽🤘🏽

Man, I listen to radio bam episodes still every day. Sometimes they are good, others they are sad. But seeing and hearing you now is fucking awesome. Good for you man. Continue to prosper.

I just happened on this. I love this. Congrats, Brandon, for your sobriety, And thank you for helping Bam, and always helping Bam, and never giving up.

You look great man. You were always one of my favorites on Viva La Bam. Addiction sucks, I went through it too. I was one of the lucky ones to get out, like you, and hopefully Bam will too. Stay strong brother.

The message in all of this is "Real friends do what friends do!". It's easy to be a friend during the good times. What makes a true friend is when they are there, pulling for you, in the bad times.

You’re an inspiration. Thank you for always being honest in these videos

5 years clean from heroin... good to see you clean . its for sure so hard and ive hit rock bottom so many times but the people who love me bring me back, thanks for you encouraging words Novak

Grew up in Baltimore, met Novak a few times. He lived down the street from my mom as a kid. He's a good guy

Brandon for all you've been through, you are inspiring.

Good to see Novak doing better. I’m so used to seeing him wasted all the time, it’s good to see him start a new chapter in his life. Right on Brandon.

Literally just watched your story. I’ve watched many (on other channel...) Yours resonates very deeply to me; despite lots of ‘pre-addiction ‘ differences. I really found your monologue very powerful. Thank you for sharing xxx

Getting sober is one of the best things a addict can do. life becomes beautiful again. I was a meth addict for 10 years I smoked daily. I got sober 7 months ago and it was the best thing I ever did my family life is perfect now

Brandon, you are an inspiration brother, I’m still fighting my demons.. not heroin but beans.. and I wanna say keep going brother.. I wish I had any friends like you guys., so keep on keeping on

bam was such a good friend to novak. he did sm to help him and it warms my heart to hear all the things he did and how hard he fought for novak

Thanks for the words of inspiration Novak. It’s amazing that the rear view mirror is always smaller than the front windshield. There’s always time to make changes. And when you do, it’s our responsibility to help others that are struggling. It’s so painful to see what their family’s and friends have to go through before someone is ready, but you can make a full recovery and love an amazing life. Steve O is absolutely leading a perfect example of that and everyone else can too.

Seeing you and Steve-O getting sober and telling your stories is so flippen awesome there really isn't a word to describe it honestly .. going on 11 years sober and its been a wild ride for sure ... much love and respect Ill be keep yas and Bam in my prayers!

I know this is a bit old but the 180 that Novak has done is tremendous! He should be proud of himself everyday.

We’re all looking at you to help your friend now Novak. It’s almost poetic. You got this

You and bam were always a pair I loved I really hope he stays on track and I'm so proud of you, Brandon This September will be 8 years clean of heroin and meth for me. Keep up the good work dude, you look great

For the last 3 years I have been trying to find a way to thank you Novak. When I found out you were clean for a year i ask my self why cant I do it too. If you could get clean with the insane like you had at the time I had to go for it you motivated me thank you. Today the day after my birth day I am now 5 years clean. I hope one day I can thank you in person

Just hit 2 years from heroin , got a job driving semi trucks across america and that has made me never want to go back home. Kratom saved my life also

I called u one time , was on pills at the time u told me this is how good it’s Gunna get whatever time it was on a Wednesday , you knew I wasent ready to go to treatment. 1 year later ended up 200$ a day fentanyl habit ... 4 months clean on the 15th , thank you Novak.

Addiction sucks.I have battled my own vices for years. Some people don't understand how powerful of a grip addiction can have on ones being and soul. Thanks for sharing Brandon and being there for your buddy Bam.

Recovery is a hard road. But we'll worth it! Stay strong and true to yourself. You have to want it. And I'm pretty sure you have to have the lows to see what you need. When your priorities change you can do anything!

That pen & pants thing was some really kind, tender , and thoughtful stuff ! I just never imagined that Bam had it in him.

This was straight love Right from the heart the level of mutual respect and understanding is one only brotherhood could truly understand.

i wish i never fell victim to substance abuse but now being 2 years sober, i try to use my experience to help others who are going through the same thing. it becomes a brotherhood for sure

I'm still struggling with my drug addiction and it fucking sucks but I'm taking it day by day hopefully I will do better. I'm so happy with Brandon honestly he's a very good person