#40: James Allan
Year of disappearance: September 8 2009
Year of discovery: September 9 2009
In the early 2009, Glasvegas stood on the verge of global stardom when their lead singer, James Allan, vanished on the eve of the prestigious Mercury Awards. The band was left scrambling, and fans were mystified by his sudden absence.
Days later, Allan surfaced in New York, shedding light on a deeply personal battle with substance abuse that had overtaken him during that time. His disappearance, while shocking, offered a poignant glimpse into the struggles that often hide behind the spotlight.