How did Hollywood actors known for drinking such as Robert Mitchum pass breathalyzer tests the next day?
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Rabbit420 · 70-79, M
More than likely because of the fact that the alcohol had metabolized by the next day!!!
To go from a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.01% to 0%, it takes about 35 to 40 minutes, as the average human body metabolizes alcohol at a predictable rate of roughly 0.015% to 0.020% per hour.
Alcohol is eliminated from the body at a steady average rate of about one standard drink per hour. In terms of Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC), this translates to a decrease of roughly 0.015% per hour.
Specific Breakdown:Metabolism: The liver metabolizes over 90% of the alcohol consumed. One standard drink equates to about 14 grams of pure alcohol (e.g., 12 oz of beer, 5 oz of wine, or 1.5 oz of liquor).
Excretion: The remaining 5-10% of alcohol leaves the body unchanged through breath, sweat, and urine.
Fixed Rate: The liver clears alcohol at a constant pace. This rate cannot be sped up by drinking coffee, taking cold showers, or exercising.Variations: While one drink per hour is the standard average, exact elimination rates can fluctuate based on a person's body weight, genetics, sex, and metabolic health.
To go from a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.01% to 0%, it takes about 35 to 40 minutes, as the average human body metabolizes alcohol at a predictable rate of roughly 0.015% to 0.020% per hour.
Alcohol is eliminated from the body at a steady average rate of about one standard drink per hour. In terms of Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC), this translates to a decrease of roughly 0.015% per hour.
Specific Breakdown:Metabolism: The liver metabolizes over 90% of the alcohol consumed. One standard drink equates to about 14 grams of pure alcohol (e.g., 12 oz of beer, 5 oz of wine, or 1.5 oz of liquor).
Excretion: The remaining 5-10% of alcohol leaves the body unchanged through breath, sweat, and urine.
Fixed Rate: The liver clears alcohol at a constant pace. This rate cannot be sped up by drinking coffee, taking cold showers, or exercising.Variations: While one drink per hour is the standard average, exact elimination rates can fluctuate based on a person's body weight, genetics, sex, and metabolic health.
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JSul3 · 70-79
Lon Chaney (Jr) was well known as a participant in the spirits.... blended whiskey, then later vodka....while filming.
I suspect that often his wife did the driving, but if not, and he was the one behind the wheel, back in those days routine traffic stops were non-existent unless a driver caused a public disturbance or an accident, police exercised wide discretion—meaning tests were rarely performed unless obvious, dangerous impairment was observed.
The "Studio Fix" Culture:
Major film studios in 1940s Hollywood maintained immense influence over local Los Angeles and Beverly Hills police departments. Celebrities caught driving erratically or under the influence were frequently shielded by studio fixers, who would arrive at the scene or station to arrange a quiet release, preventing formal booking or testing altogether.
I suspect that often his wife did the driving, but if not, and he was the one behind the wheel, back in those days routine traffic stops were non-existent unless a driver caused a public disturbance or an accident, police exercised wide discretion—meaning tests were rarely performed unless obvious, dangerous impairment was observed.
The "Studio Fix" Culture:
Major film studios in 1940s Hollywood maintained immense influence over local Los Angeles and Beverly Hills police departments. Celebrities caught driving erratically or under the influence were frequently shielded by studio fixers, who would arrive at the scene or station to arrange a quiet release, preventing formal booking or testing altogether.
Munumbis · 46-50, M
I've heard that name a lot growing up. I looked him up online. He doesn't look familiar and he was in a ton of movies I've never heard of.
NorthLondoner · 46-50
@Munumbis Do you know the answer?
Munumbis · 46-50, M
@NorthLondoner There were no breathalyzers in those days and drunk driving wasn't seen as much of a threat. It probably isn't.