“This disease of addiction has touched not just me but millions of Americans out there. Me being in the spotlight, I want to tell my story because there are a lot of misconceptions. I want to let people out there know that there's hope.”

American reality television personality

Michael Sorrentino, known as The Situation, is an American reality television personality. He was a central cast member of Jersey Shore, appearing on all six seasons of the MTV series from 2009 to 2012, and later returned to the franchise with Jersey Shore: Family Vacation. He became known through his televised presence on Jersey Shore, where his nickname helped make him a recognizable figure from the show’s run. His public profile has remained tied to that franchise, especially through his later appearances on Jersey Shore: Family Vacation.