Catelynn Lowell: Butch Baltierra Is Back on Drugs and Out of Our Lives

If you're a longtime Teen Mom OG fan then you're no doubt aware that Tyler Baltierra and Catelynn Lowell both come from broken homes.

Tyler and Cate have both attempted to rebuild and repair their relationships with their parents, and they've met with decidedly mixed results.

A source of much frustration over the years has been Tyler's effort to form a lasting bond with his troubled father, Butch Baltierra.

Butch has struggled with substance abuse for years, but fans were encouraged by his latest rehab stint.

Sadly, it seems Tyler's dad suffered a relapse in recent weeks, and this time, his son and daughter-in-law may have decided they've had enough.

Take a look at the latest developments in this heartbreaking situation:

1. A Strained Relationship

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Tyler Baltierra has put real effort into his relationship with his father over the years. Unfortunately, Butch's addictions have often come between them.

2. Ups and Downs

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The roller coaster ride of Butch's battle with substance abuse has resulted in considerable heartbreak for his loved ones, and no one has been more profoundly affected than Tyler.

3. The Witness

Catelynn lowell with ty
Of course, Tyler's wife, Catelynn Lowell, might be a close second, as she's been by her husband's side through it all, and has witnessed firsthand the many ways in which addiction can irreparably damage a family.

4. A Reluctant Expert

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So when it comes to Butch's long struggle with substance abuse, few people are more qualified to comment on the matter than Catelynn.

5. A New Man

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Butch checked into rehab last year, and for a while, it seemed that a bright future lay ahead of him.

6. Before and After

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Before and after photos of Tyler's dad had fans applauding Butch's progress and encouraging him to stay the course.
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