The media likes to focus on celebrities whose lives are out of control due to drugs and alcohol. These famous addicts have their chaotic lives broadcast everywhere so the world can watch their downfall. The most recent that comes to mind is Amanda Bynes, go back a few years and think of the media frenzy that was created around Brittney Spears. There are plenty of celebrities out there who don’t drink or get high. Many of them went down that road in the past but now they can a motivation to those who are still struggling. Sober celebrities are more common than you may think, here are some of our favorite sober celebrities.
- Elton John - This legendary musician struggled with a variety of drugs as well as alcohol. The writer of “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” and “Tiny Dancer” has been public regarding his addiction. Sir Elton John has been sober for 24 years and counting.
Matthew Perry - One of the star of “Friends” was severely addicted to prescription medications and alcohol. He told People Magazine ”Eventually things got so bad that I couldn’t hide it, and then everybody knew.” He struggled for many years and is now sober and dedicated to helping other addicts. 
- Eva Mendes - This beautiful movie star struggled with drug addiction for several years. After coming to the realization in 2008 that it is a matter of life and death she checked herself into a rehab facility. She has been sober since.
- Robert Downey Jr - He had one of the most famous falls from stardom due to drugs in history. His drug of choice was everything and he did it in excess. After several different rehabs he got his life back together in 2003. He is now one of Hollywood’s hottest actors.
- Anthony Kiedis - The frontman of the Red Hot Chili Peppers was addicted to heroin for much of his early career. Songs like “Scar Tissue” and “Under The Bridge” were partially influenced by his addiction. He wrote a book explaining his struggles with addiction and his journey into sobriety.
- Jamie Lee Curtis - Everyone’s favorite terrified baby sitter got hooked on painkillers after a minor surgery when she was 35. After many years battling her addiction she got sober in 1999 and has been clean ever since.
- Macklemore - This soon to be legendary hip-hop artist is very open about his battle with drugs. From alcohol to Oxycotin this rapper didn’t discriminate against anything. He knew he had a problem for years but was unable to stay sober. About 6-7 years ago he got himself into a rehab center and says he doesn’t know where he would be if he never got in there.
Drug addiction and alcoholism does not who you are, where you came from, what color your skin is or how much money you have. It is a disease that has damaged the lives of millions of people. These sober celebrities are a sign that there is a light at the end of the tunnel.Call Recovery Society 1-866-527-5252 today to start your journey on the road to recovery.
Did one of your favorite sober celebrities make our list? Who would you like to see added to this?
