Actress Tara Reid Hospitalised Following Drink Tampering Allegation at Illinois Hotel

Hollywood actress Tara Reid, best known for her roles in the American Pie series, says she was the victim of drink-tampering while staying at a hotel near Chicago. 

According to her, she left her drink unattended for just a short time, came back to it, and the next thing she knew she was waking up in a hospital. 

For young readers, this story is a serious reminder: always keep an eye on your drink. Here’s what we know so far.

What Happened – The Sequence of Events

• Reid checked into a hotel in the suburb of Rosemont, Illinois. 

• She went to the hotel bar, ordered a drink, then stepped outside for a cigarette. 

• When she returned, she noticed her drink was covered by a napkin, which she says she did not put on it.

• After drinking it, Reid claims she passed out and next remembers being in a hospital around eight hours later. 

• Footage shows her in a wheelchair and then on a stretcher being taken from the hotel lobby to an ambulance. 

The Response and Investigation

• Reid and her representative state she has filed a police report and is cooperating with the investigation. 

• The local authorities from Rosemont responded to a medical call for a “sick person” but as of the reporting, had not yet confirmed any formal report about the drugging claim.

• Reid has urged others to be vigilant: never leave a drink unattended, and always keep an eye on what you’re drinking. 

Why This Matters

This incident highlights the real risk of drinks being tampered with — something many people may not fully consider. Even if you are at a hotel bar or in a public setting, the risk is present. For younger people and anyone going out in social settings, it is a strong reminder to be cautious about drink safety, not just for themselves but also for friends.

What You Should Know to Stay Safe

• Always watch your drink from the moment it’s served until you finish it.

• If you leave your drink for any reason (to smoke, use the washroom, etc.), it’s safest to get a new one rather than reuse the same.

• Stay with friends you trust and look out for each other — if someone’s drink is unattended, bring it to their attention.

• If you ever feel very drowsy, disoriented or “not yourself” after a drink, seek help quickly — tell hotel staff, bar staff or call for medical assistance.

• Remember: it could happen to anyone. The message gets emphasised by someone like Tara Reid speaking out.