20/20 Anchor Back in Rehab Elizabeth Vargas once again getting treatment for alcohol dependency By Newsy, a Newser Video Partner Posted Aug 18, 2014 8:54 AM CDT 16 comments Comments 20/20 Anchor Back in Rehab ABC anchor Elizabeth Vargas is back in rehab for alcohol dependency. She checked in during vacation. (Newsy) (Newser) – ABC anchor Elizabeth Vargas checked herself back into rehab for alcohol dependency while on vacation. In a statement, the 20/20 co-anchor wrote that overcoming the disease is an "incredibly difficult process. I feel I have let myself, my co-workers, and most importantly my family down and for that I am ashamed and sorry." ABC confirmed the news and seemed supportive: "We look forward to having her back at ABC News when she feels ready to return." Vargas, 51, entered treatment last fall for alcohol dependency as well. View 1 image My Take on This Story Report a story error Show results without voting | 8% Hilarious 6% Intriguing 60% Depressing 5% Brilliant 4% Scary 16% Ridiculous