While we’ve all had one too many drinks or whatever at that Thursday evening happy hour, many people, including some of our favorite celebrities, have chosen to abstain from alcohol entirely. Although it may be difficult to envisage a dazzling Hollywood party scene without glasses of champagne, these 50+ celebs have demonstrated that you can still party and enjoy yourself while living a sober life.
Tim McGraw
While appearing on Ellen, the country music star discussed his recovery experience, recounting how he made the decision to change his ways back in 2008: “I believe it is a personal choice when it comes to the point where you believe it is negatively impacting your life and your relationships,” says the author.
Tim McGraw
Samuel L. Jackson
In the 1970s and 1980s, when he first began working in the acting industry in New York City, Jackson struggled with substance abuse and quickly realized that if he wanted to be serious about his career, he needed to be clean. It was noted by the actor that his sobriety enabled him to thoroughly immerse himself in a character.
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Eric Clapton
For much of the early part of his career, the English guitarist struggled with alcohol addiction. Unlike most people, Clapton made the decision to truly stay clean after the birth of his son in 1986, and he has maintained that commitment ever since. We’re relieved that he came to that conclusion!
Eric Clapton
Edie Falco
The Nurse Jackie star has been sober for about 25 years and reveals that by confessing, she was able to establish her own stability “I had a lot of help. They still do. They couldn’t, however, go through it with me.”
Edie Falco
Keith Urban
After struggling with substance misuse at the beginning of his career, the country music artist was able to break into the Nashville music industry when he moved to the city. Fortunately, his wife, Nicole Kidman, assisted in the staging of an intervention in 2006, which has enabled him to live a sober life ever since.
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Kellie Preston
Following a realization that she was more concerned with her own happiness and becoming a better mother, Preston took the decision to give up alcohol and drugs. Preston expressed himself as follows: “I no longer consume alcoholic beverages. I haven’t smoked in years. I don’t use any drugs any longer. All of those are accompanied by the word ‘anymore.’ I used to be able to accomplish everything and everything, and I did a lot of it.”
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Ewan McGregor
During a scene in which he danced for Iggy Pop in his dressing room, the Scottish actor recalls how he came to his senses and decided to quit drinking. Congratulations to him!
Ewan McGregor
Matthew Perry
Over the course of many years, one of our favorite Friends actors has been candid about his battle with alcoholism, even opening up one of his former homes as a sober living facility. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Perry is continuing to celebrate his recovery. Perry expressed himself as follows: “The nicest thing about me is that if an alcoholic approaches me and asks, ‘Will you help me stop drinking?’ I will gladly oblige. ‘Yes,’ I will respond. ‘I’m aware of how to accomplish it.'”
Matthew Perry
Brad Pitt
His GQ Style cover story this year featured an interview with the actor in which he discussed his prior struggles with alcoholism. When asked why he decided to quit cold turkey, he responded simply, “I didn’t want to live that way any longer.” His decision to do so has earned our congratulations!
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Jennifer Lopez
In 2003, the singer and actress stated in InStyle that she believes drinking alcohol and smoking are bad for one’s appearance because “it damages your skin.” Lopez also highlighted the situation “It goes without saying that when it comes to celebratory toasts, everyone says, ‘You cannot toast with water!’ So I’ll raise a glass of booze and take a sip of it slowly.”
Jennifer Lopez
Bradley Cooper
The actor confirmed his sobriety in a 2013 GQ cover story, stating that at the age of 29, he realized “if I continued it, I was actually going to trash my entire life.” We’re proud of him for taking the first step toward sobriety!
Bradley Cooper
Tyra Banks
“I feel like I’ve been very lucky because I don’t really have an addictive personality. I’ve never had any drugs, and I had a little taste of alcohol when I was 12 years old, but that’s about it.” the supermodel is said to have said to her followers about her sobriety, according to Forbes. I’ve never used drugs, and I had a small taste of alcohol when I was 12 years old, but that was the extent of my experience with alcohol.
Tyra Banks
Kristin Davis
As revealed in a Marie Claire UK story, this Sex and the City actress stated that she did not expect to survive past the age of thirty. “I realized things were not going to turn out good,” Davis explained. I was accepted into the acting program, but it was extremely difficult for me because I was hungover and wasn’t performing well in my classes. “Do you know what? I had an epiphany.” It’s going to be either that or nothing. “I really can’t have it both ways.”
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Jada Pinkett-Smith
It’s none other than Will Smith’s beautiful wife who comes in at number two on the list! An interview with Us Weekly in 2010 revealed 25 interesting facts about the performer that the rest of the world didn’t know, including the fact that she hasn’t had a drink since the early 1990s.
Jada Pinkett Smith
Robert Downey Jr.
In his Vanity Fair cover story from 2014, the Iron Man hero spoke up about his substance abuse issues, stating that he had been clean for nearly ten years at the time of the interview. What a remarkable turnaround he has experienced in his life! Congratulations to him!
Robert Downey Jr.
Christina Ricci
In a 2008 cover story for BlackBook magazine, the actress revealed “I went through a normal kind of late teens, early 20s drinking, but it was a choice I made, because I didn’t think it was very good for my life.”
Christina Ricci
Naomi Campbell
In an exclusive interview with Life & Style in 2013, the English supermodel and actress stated, “I gave up drinking alcohol,” also revealing, “Not drinking makes me a lot happier.” Definitely one of the best decisions she has made in her life!
Naomi Campbell
Lana Del Ray
Lana del Rey admits in her British GQ Women of the Year profile from 2012 that she struggled with alcohol addiction throughout her early adolescence, eventually being sober before the age of 20 after traveling to New York City to pursue her music.
Lana Del Ray
Leona Lewis
In a honest interview, the singer said “I don’t drink — I hate the taste of alcohol. When my debut single [Bleeding Love] went to No.1, I celebrated with non-alcoholic champagne.” We certainly hope it stays that way for her!
Leona Lewis
Lucy Hale
The Pretty Little Liars star told InStyle earlier this year that her decision to embrace sobriety began when she decided to chop off the majority of her hair and style it in the adorable bob hairdo she now has. “I tried really hard to be the social butterfly,” the actress admitted after a decade of attempting to “fit in” with Hollywood’s party scene.
Lucy Hale
Jack Osbourne
After celebrating his sobriety anniversary with a jubilant tweet in 2013, the reality TV personality made it plain that he has been clean and sober for more than 15 years. Having been clean for nearly 15 years, we are incredibly proud of him.
Jack Osbourne
Rob Lowe
After receiving the Spirit of Sobriety Award in 2015 for reaching 25 years of sobriety, the actor attributes much of his success to his wife, Sheryl Berkoff. In his victory speech, Lowe addressed this issue. “She inspired me to get sober. She’s put up with my defects of character as they call it. In sobriety the lessons keep coming if you’re lucky enough to be along as long as I have.”
Rob Lowe
Calvin Harris
An interview with the BBC revealed that, despite the fact that his occupation is typically associated with excessive consumption of alcohol, the Scottish DJ had changed his ways and was no longer a heavy drinker. Harris shared his opinions with the group. “I stopped drinking because it actually was making me ill. It was affecting my brain in the worst way.”
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Eva Mendez
The actress sought treatment for her addiction in 2008 and has remained sober ever since then. Later that year, she opens up about her drug abuse issues in the cover story of Interview magazine, which was published on the same day. The fact that she has taken the first step toward living a sober life makes us proud!
Eva Mendez
Daniel Radcliffe
In an interview with The Telegraph published last year, the Harry Potter star discussed his difficult journey to sobriety during the last years of filming the critically acclaimed film trilogy, which led to his present views on the drug. “It’s lovely. I barely think about it [alcohol]” He went on to clarify.
Daniel Radcliffe
Ben Affleck
The actor has battled alcoholism for many years, and he recently admitted that he needed to return to treatment in order to be the best father he could be in a Facebook post published earlier this year. Earlier this year, the actor attended the Academy Awards with a sober coach to provide support.
Ben Affleck
Macklemore
The rapper struggled with alcoholism for most of his adolescence until he was 25 years old when he was able to get clean. In an interview with MTV, he elaborated, saying, “The thing that pulled me back was knowing that I wanted to be a musician and that if I wanted to do this I had to get sober.”
Macklemore
Russel Brand
In public, the English comedian/actor has been forthright about his substance abuse issues for a long time, and he has now been clean and sober for 14 years. Recovery: Freedom from Our Addictions, which is presently available for pre-order, is his latest book in which he seeks to aid individuals who have struggled with the same issues.
Russel Brand
Blake Lively
In a 2012 cover story for Allure, our favorite Gossip Girl actress revealed that she not only does not consume alcoholic beverages, but she has also never experimented with illegal substances. The actress goes on to say, “It’s just something that I genuinely don’t have a desire for.”
Blake Lively
Kendrick Lamar
Contrary to the themes of many of his songs, Lamar does not consume alcohol or use drugs, according to a 2013 GQ feature on him as Rapper of the Year. The rapper grew up in a drug-abusing household and prefers to work as an advocate for those who have chosen to live drug-free lives.
Kendrick Lamar
Andy Murray
British tennis star Andy Murray said to the Daily Record that he gave up drinking alcohol easily when he was in his late teens, and that he hasn’t done so since. “I’ve always wanted to see how far I could push myself in sports. I didn’t want to risk it in any way.”
Andy Murray
Mike Posner
On Twitter, the musician stated why he had stopped drinking alcohol and provided a link to an essay detailing his experiences with the substance. While reading over the paragraph, Posner describes his muddled approach to addition, stating that “I decided I couldn’t let alcohol rob me of enjoying my life’s special moments.”
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Kim Kardashian West
Despite false advertising on her Instagram, Kim Kardashian West does not consume alcoholic beverages. Her sister, Khloe Kardashian, was quoted in an Elle magazine interview as stating the following last year: “Kimberly does not drink alcohol whatsoever. Pregnant or not, she’s just never been into it.”
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Common
Although he has faced the temptations that come with living the customary lifestyle of a rapper, the well-known rapper, who is now an actor, has maintained his sobriety for a long period of time. Excellent work by him for refusing to follow in the footsteps of his fellow rappers!
Common
Logic
“Drinking was something I was never really into, which is strange,” the rapper stated in an interview with VLAD TV. “Drinking was something I was never really into, which is bizarre.” He has, on the other hand, suffered more as a result of his smoking and other substance abuse. We hope he is able to break free from his smoking and other vices.
Logic
Pharrell Williams
Pharrell Williams has been open about his sober lifestyle for a long time, telling Paper Magazine in 2004 that “Everybody else may do whatever they want, but such stuff isn’t for me.” Pharrell Williams has been open about his sober lifestyle for a long time. We are proud of him for choosing not to live that life!
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Sarah Silverman
In a red-carpet interview with E!’s Giuliana Rancic at the 2014 Emmys, the comedian and actress stated her disdain for drinking. “I don’t drink because it gives me stomach aches,” she said, adding, “I try all the time, it looks wonderful, and I feel like I’d have fun intoxicated, but I have a Jewish stomach.”
Sarah Silverman
Dane Cook
Apparently, in a controversial Facebook post from 2014, the famed comedian was quoted in a GQ story as having stated that he does not drink or smoke, and even went so far as to urge that people who have a drinking problem get treatment.
Dane Cook
Eminem
It is reported that Eminem will release a new album this autumn, following years of struggle with alcohol and drug addiction throughout his career. Eminem has been absent from the music industry for several years. More from this outstanding artist is something we look forward to hearing.
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Gerard Butler
It took the Scottish actor several years of suffering before he sought treatment for his alcohol and drug problems. In the past 20 years, Butler has been able to maintain his sobriety. The achievement of 20 years of abstinence is absolutely something to be celebrated! We’re relieved that he’s holding up his end of the bargain!
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Kat Von D
This past July, the renowned tattoo artist and now beauty entrepreneur shared a cheerful Instagram post, announcing her sustained recovery after years of drug and alcohol abuse. Her sobriety has earned our admiration, and we are thrilled for her!
Kat Von D
Chris Martin
Coldplay’s lead singer admits that the band went through a period of excessive drinking early on, but that he has now come to fully appreciate sobriety. Coldplay is a huge band, so it’s not surprising that they lived a lifestyle like that. However, we are proud of Chris for making the decision to leave that lifestyle behind!
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Jim Carrey
The comic actor has addressed the problem of substance abuse head-on, telling CBS News, “It’s important for me to be honest about it.” “I don’t drink coffee very often. I’m dead serious about abstaining from alcohol and drugs. Life is just too beautiful to be wasted.” He should be commended for living a drug-free lifestyle!
Jim Carrey
Kathy Griffin
When asked about her aversion to beer, Marlo Thomas revealed that she had choked on it when she was eleven years old. Don’t you think this is a humorous story about someone who doesn’t want to consume alcohol is?
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Jennifer Hudson
Jennifer Hudson may easily state, “I’ve never had a drink in my life.” despite the fact that many in Hollywood do. The singer and actress revealed in an interview with Chelsea Handler, “I’ve never been interested. Nobody ever believes it.”
Jennifer Hudson
Colin Farrell
On The Ellen DeGeneres Show, the Irish actor discussed his ten-year recovery from addiction, which began when he first came to Hollywood after years of struggling with the disease. Farrell also admits to having a coping strategy, which he describes as follows: “Now I do a bit of yoga, I like a nice hike and I drink dragon nasal juice.”
Colin Farrell
Joe Manganiello
In an interview with the Huffington Post, the Magic Mike actor admitted that he didn’t have much of a choice but to seek sobriety because of his addiction. Manganiello recalls the adversity as follows: “I was homeless, careless and broke with no career, so yes, it was worth it [to get sober].”
Joe Manganiello
Gillian Jacobs
Despite the fact that she has played a variety of roles in the past, Gillian Jacobs revealed on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that she has never consumed any sort of alcoholic beverage and has no plans to do so in the future.
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Tobey Maguire
The Spiderman star has been open about his sobriety in multiple interviews, including one with The Guardian, in which he stated, “I stopped consuming any mind-altering substances when I was 19 years old. And I’ve been abstinent since then.”
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Kelly Osbourne
The British media magnate suffered the most from her alcoholism and drug addictions during the early 2000s, when her parents, Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne, were afflicted with life-threatening illnesses. Osbourne has now been sober for more than seven years, according to his website.
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50 Cent
As previously stated in an interview with Piers Morgan, the rapper and actor stated that while he dabbled in drug sales as a child to help his family make ends meet, he never used drugs or drank alcohol since he didn’t picture himself using these substances as an adult.
50 Cent
Brandon Flowers
In a recent interview, Brandon Flowers, the lead vocalist of The Killers, admitted that drinking during the band’s early years of prominence helped him decide which path to pursue when it came to becoming a father. Flowers has spent the majority of the later part of his professional life adhering to a sober lifestyle.
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