‘Serious concerns’ for Garth Brooks’ health as he ‘is in a bad place emotionally’ amid scandal

Garth Brooks he does not hide from the allegations made against him by a former employee and denies the accusations vehemently. But the embattled country legend isn’t handling the stress of the situation well as he looks bloated and his blood pressure rises, leading friends to worry his legal nightmare could kill him, an exclusive source claims . in contact.

“He’s totally convinced he’ll get through this sordid mess, but it’s caused him too much stress. He’s in legal meetings and the phone is off 24 hours a day. He has to dodge questions from friends and loved ones. Maybe it’s the ‘most stressful event of his life,’ says the source.

On October 3, a woman who worked for the country singer and his second wife, Trisha Yearwoodshe filed a civil complaint accusing him of rape and harassment. The woman filed the lawsuit anonymously using a pseudonym, prompting Garth, 62, to respond with a countersuit, calling the initial allegation “far-fetched” and an attempt at extortion.

Until now, the “Friends in Low Places” singer had maintained a very clean record and the source says the shock of the accusation has shaken Garth so much that his health is suffering.

“The pressure he faces is enough to make him a nervous wreck,” the source continues. “He had become physically fit again, but there are now genuine concerns about his blood pressure.”

“It didn’t help that he was clearly seeking solace in the bread bin, too.”

The “Much Too Young” singer had been open about his weight loss journey before, talking about the need to lose weight in order to perform on stage with more energy after reaching more than 300 pounds.

A constant yo-yo dieter for years, she had only recently made a commitment to healthy living, relying on Trisha, 60, to cook meals to replace her Dr. Pepper and Peanut M&Ms. After shedding over 50 pounds, the country star proudly debuted her weight loss. However, the source says the lawsuit filed against him and the ongoing legal battle, which could last years, has opened Garth back up to his unhealthy habits.

“People around her notice that she’s put on weight, no doubt from comfort food, and worse, she’s hoarding Trisha’s food, candy, chips, all kinds of bad things that she would throw away if she saw it,” says the source

Garth’s wife of nearly 20 years had been instrumental in helping him lose weight and he leaned on her for support throughout.

A different source had previously said so closer that Garth and Trisha “have also weathered many storms together and that has strengthened their bond. They know they’re in this through it all and there’s a lot to be said for that when it comes to building a deep connection.”

“Garth is trying not to worry and take care of himself, everyone says he’s going to win this, but that doesn’t take away from the fact that he’s in a bad place emotionally because of this scandal.”

“He’s furious too. Words can’t describe what’s going on right now.”