Returning to Los Angeles after an extended stay in the Cayman Islands, actor Armie Hammer announced that he’s saying goodbye to his cherished pickup truck, citing the high cost of gas as the reason for the change. In a recent social media post, Hammer shared a heartfelt video from a California CarMax, revealing that the financial strain of fueling his truck had become too much to bear.
Hammer explained the significance of the truck, which he had gifted to himself back in 2017. “This truck has been with me through so much,” he said. “I’ve taken it camping, on cross-country road trips, and it’s even carried my kids home from the hospital when they were hurt.” Despite the sentimental value, Hammer admitted that the cost of keeping the truck on the road has skyrocketed since his return to Los Angeles. “I’ve been back in L.A. for a few weeks, and I’ve already spent $400 to $500 on gas. I just can’t afford it anymore,” he confessed.
Acknowledging that it’s time for a fresh start, Hammer announced that he’s trading in the truck for a much smaller, more fuel-efficient hybrid vehicle. “Here’s to new beginnings,” he remarked, noting that the new car will only require about “10 bucks of gas a month.”
The Call Me by Your Name star’s return to Los Angeles marks a significant step in his efforts to rebuild his life after a series of scandals led him to retreat to the Cayman Islands. Hammer had been living and working as a timeshare salesman in the Caribbean after facing serious allegations, including accusations of rape, cannibalism, and sexual misconduct.
In a candid interview in June, Hammer reflected on the tumultuous period that derailed his acting career, expressing an unexpected sense of gratitude for the challenges he faced. “I’m now at a place in my life where I’m grateful for every single bit of it,” he said during an episode of the Painful Lessons podcast. “Before everything happened, I was in a place where I never felt good enough, satisfied, or happy with myself. Now, I’m working on rebuilding my life, and I’m ready for whatever comes next.”
As Hammer looks to the future, the decision to downsize his vehicle symbolizes a broader commitment to starting anew. With his hybrid car and a fresh outlook on life, the actor is ready to embark on this next chapter in Los Angeles.
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