Ingrid Andress is returning to the spotlight.
On February 28th, the artist known for “More Hearts Than Mine” sang the national anthem prior to the Colorado Avalanche’s hockey match with the Minnesota Wild, which took place at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado.
Seven months later, following her controversial version of the national anthem at the 2024 Home Run Derby that became widely known, Andress decided to seek help and entered a rehabilitation facility.
In a casual and energetic manner, the country artist wore light-washed denim jeans, a jersey from the Avalanche team, and high heels while giving a lively performance before the hockey match. She seemed cheerful as she managed to get the crowd to join her in singing during the middle of the song.
Andress posted a video of the performance on Instagram, captioning it, “We’re at it again!” They also expressed gratitude towards Colorado Avalanche with, “Thanks @coloradoavalanche.
In July, the singer, aged 33, admitted to being intoxicated during a performance where she struggled with the national anthem at a baseball match. Following harsh criticism of her performance, she announced that she was seeking treatment in a rehabilitation facility.
She admitted on Instagram that she was drunk the previous night and is seeking professional help. She stated, “That wasn’t me last night.
Ingrid stated, “I’m sorry to the MLB, all fans, and the country I hold dear for my performance. I’ll keep you updated on my recovery – seems like it’s going to be a blast! Love, Ingrid.
The artist known for “Waste of Lime” is poised for a continued resurgence in the limelight, with a scheduled performance at the iconic Grand Ole Opry on March 8. Additionally, Andress has debuted her first single since her rehab, titled “Footprints.
In her post on X (previously Twitter) on March 3, she expressed gratitude for the fact that she was raised by dedicated parents who instilled in her a strong work ethic. However, this work ethic came with the pressure that ‘failure’ was unacceptable and if it did occur, it would be seen as a personal shortcoming, a blemish on one’s life.
In my youth, the thought was quite daunting, Andress explained. The inability to fail that led me to great achievements also caused intense exhaustion and fear instead of joy. As I’ve grown older and lived more life, I believe that one of the most human traits is failing. It’s about getting knocked down, feeling the pain, but having the courage to climb back on the same horse again.
The country singer went on to explain that she aims to be strong and bounce back from challenges, using the word “resilient” to describe her approach. She also shared that the mistakes she’s made in life have shaped her into the person she is today.
When I was young, hearing that was quite frightening for me,” Andress explained. “Being unable to fail led to significant success, yet it also caused intense burnout and fear instead of joy. As I’ve grown and lived more life, I believe there is nothing more human than failure. It’s like getting knocked down, feeling the pain, but having the courage to get back up on that same horse again.
In a subsequent statement, the country singer emphasized that she aims to remain strong and adaptable, explaining that the missteps she has taken throughout her life have shaped her into who she is now.
To fully understand our successes, we need to discuss our mistakes.” This phrase serves as a reminder for my dear ones and myself that I’m giving my all in navigating life’s journey. “Footprints” symbolizes this dedication and effort.
Keep reading for more stars who have been candid about their sobriety journeys…
In 2022, the actor who plays Spider-Man in “No Way Home” decided to quit drinking alcohol after realizing he had become dependent on it. As he shared on the podcast “On Purpose with Jay Shetty,” Holland acknowledged his addiction to alcohol, stating that anyone who drinks daily may have a problem.
Then comes the instant when you find yourself thinking, “Oh, I wish I hadn’t had that final drink,” the actor added. The following morning, you’re left with a painful headache.
After adopting a new lifestyle, Holland found that he was able to sleep more soundly and manage issues more effectively.
As a lifestyle expert, I’d say, “In the past, minor mishaps on set used to upset me significantly. But now, I find myself handling them with ease. My mind feels sharper and clearer than ever before. I can honestly say I feel healthier and more fit than I have in years.
In simpler terms, the lead actor from “Hunt for Red October” seldom discusses his alcohol recovery, a journey that started nearly four decades back.
He mentioned that he doesn’t often delve into this topic, but he does bring it up occasionally when it seems appropriate. As of May 2024, he has been sober for 39 years, having achieved sobriety on February 23, 1985.
Discussing his life post his relocation from New York City to Los Angeles in 1983, Alec described his struggles, saying, “For two years straight, I had a daily battle that felt like a white-hot issue. I’d guess I snorted cocaine from one end of Saturn to the other. We would bring it home. Essentially, cocaine was as common as coffee in those days; everyone seemed to be using it constantly.
And after quitting the drug, he soon turned to alcohol—only to also quit that dependency.
Today, he relies on the city around him.
He mentioned that New York brings him tranquility, speaking fondly of his hometown. “I stroll around and discover new details I’ve never noticed before,” he said, pointing out a building with awe, “I never realized that about that building, those doors!” He also enjoys meals and socializing with friends over coffee.
Back in April of 2024, I, an unabashed fan, was overjoyed to learn from my beloved Anne Hathaway herself that it’s been more than five years since she last took a sip. In her own words, shared with the venerable New York Times, “Reaching this milestone feels like a significant achievement to me.
Her understanding was straightforward. “I instinctively knew it wasn’t suitable for me,” she confided. “It felt incredibly intense to have to say ‘none,’ but none. If you’re sensitive or react severely to something, there’s no debate about it. So I stopped debating it.
She’s content with her choice, as she expressed further, “It has improved everything for me.” She added, “This decision provided a boost; I prefer not to dwell on negative feelings.
During her acceptance speech for the 2018 Woman of the Year Award, given by the Peggy Albrecht Friendly House – a home offering recovery for women struggling with substance and alcohol addiction – Moore discussed the “harmful course” that came close to halting her professional journey.
Reflecting on my life, I believe there are pivotal moments that mold our identity and decide our course, and in the early stages of my career, I found myself drifting towards self-destruction rather than growth. No matter what achievements I attained, I never felt worthy or content. My self-worth was virtually non-existent, leading me to a critical juncture in my life. The cause wasn’t clear at the time, but looking back now, it seems as though some higher power may have been guiding me.
In 2012, Moore acknowledged her gratitude towards two individuals who weren’t very familiar with her. These people presented a kind of challenge to Moore, urging her to make significant changes in her life. She jokingly stated, “Unless I was deceased, I needed to appear,” indicating that she was given an ultimatum. Moreover, she expressed that this encounter offered her the opportunity to alter the trajectory of her life, preventing it from spiraling out of control.
Moore pointed out, “They observed more of my qualities than I recognized in myself.” He expressed his gratitude because, had they not taken notice of him and believed in him, he wouldn’t be where he is now.
In 2022, Cyrus revealed that she’s been in recovery for her Xanax addiction since 2020. She explained this to Rolling Stone by saying, “Xanax provided the structure I needed when I desperately required it, as I didn’t want to be idle and swirl aimlessly in my thoughts. It offered me a sense of hope.
The singer remarked, “When I believed I could momentarily mute the world and dull your suffering, that’s when it ended.
She mentioned that her friends at one point seemed to tacitly approve of her drug habits, which led to a deep, ever-expanding abyss. However, during the pandemic, Cyrus realized she was encountering difficulties and felt emotionally disconnected. “I found myself frequently dozing off,” she reminisced, “unable to maintain awareness or keep my eyes open because I had sunk so deeply.
She eventually sought help and noted that “it took some time to get on my own two feet.”
16 years ago, the former star of Parenthood had remained abstinent from alcohol and drugs, but unfortunately, in 2020, he resumed substance use by consuming Vicodin following a motorcycle mishap.
Over the past two months or so, he mentioned on his Armchair Expert podcast, “I’ve been using them quite a bit during the day,” he said. “And since I have a prescription, I can use them at certain doses. Additionally, I sometimes take more to enhance their effects.
He went on to express his disdain, “I can’t stand it,” he said. “I’ve been deceiving others, and I know I should stop. But my tolerance is escalating so rapidly that I find myself consuming eight 30-milligram doses a day. I understand this is an amount that will lead to severe withdrawal symptoms. The fear is setting in, and I’m feeling increasingly isolated. This secret I carry is massive.
In the year 2018, the actress who starred in Halloween opened up about her decade-long struggle with opiate addiction that started in the late ’80s following a minor cosmetic surgery to address her family’s genetic puffy eyes. This led to a prescription that significantly impacted her life. She confessed to People magazine, “For a decade, I was stealing and scheming, but nobody knew, not a soul.
In the summer of 1998, when Curtis’s sister visited and brought painkillers prescribed for a rib injury, Curtis admitted that she hit rock bottom. “I knew she had them in her suitcase in our guest room closet,” she shared with the publication, tears welling up as she remembered. “I essentially took all her opiates. When she was leaving, I knew she would pack her suitcase and find her pills missing. I knew I needed to confess to her what I had done, so I wrote her a note and left it on her suitcase. When she returned home that day, she put her arms around me and expressed her love and concern for me, revealing her unwillingness to watch me self-destruct.
On February 3, 1999, she participated in her initial gathering, a day also marked by her confiding in her filmmaker spouse, Christopher Guest, about her struggle. As he found out, he couldn’t believe he hadn’t noticed it before. Curtis shared that since then, she has remained sober.
In 2021, Barrymore, who has previously dealt with alcohol and drug addiction, announced a significant achievement in her recovery journey. On the show CBS Mornings, she declared for the first time in a while, “I haven’t had a sip of alcohol in nearly two and a half years.” She further explained that abstaining from alcohol was something that wasn’t beneficial to her life.
I find it quite intriguing. Sharing our deepest selves, our hidden truths, and the accomplishments we’ve tirelessly pursued, carries a unique sense of freedom and exposure simultaneously.
Later on, Barrymore clarified to the Los Angeles Times that she avoids using the term “sober” as she doesn’t wish to be perceived as a “spotless Puritan” or someone who is flawlessly perfect.
In the year 2023, she expressed, “For a long time, I was convinced, ‘I’ll conquer this. I’ll find the solution,'” but then it dawned on her, “Actually, I have never mastered this, and I never will.
During the 2000s, the actor from “A Star Is Born” faced battles with cocaine addiction. However, friend Will Arnett intervened and had a heart-to-heart conversation with him regarding his actions.
During his 2022 interview on the Smartless podcast, Cooper mentioned that was the moment he first recognized his struggle with substance abuse, an experience he would never forget.
As a devoted admirer, I’d like to express that Arnett was the catalyst for my decision to live sober. His courage in having an honest conversation with me set me on a journey of self-reflection and ultimately led to the choice to transform my life.
In simpler terms, the actor from Fight Club had problems with alcohol for quite some time before Cooper assisted him in achieving sobriety. He expressed his gratitude to Cooper during the 2020 National Board of Review Annual Awards, stating that he has found happiness each day since then.
In September 2023, the former star of Cruel Intentions posted on Instagram that it had been the longest period since his teenage years that he hadn’t used any form of nicotine or marijuana, along with other substances.
He expressed gratitude for the liberation he experiences after overcoming addiction and reliance on substances, stating, “Being sober brings a sense of clarity, freedom, and a deeper spiritual connection – it truly feels wonderful.
In 2018, the singer proudly marked six years without alcohol during their tour, only to shock fans later in the year by releasing the honest song “Sober.” This song disclosed that the artist had unfortunately slipped back into old habits.
Mama, I’m truly sorry for losing control again. Daddy, please find it in your heart to forgive me for the spilled drinks on the floor. To those who have always stood by me, I apologize – we’ve been through this before, and I’m not in control anymore.” She sang these words of regret.
A month later, Lovato was hospitalized for a near-fatal overdose.
Two weeks ago, she posted on Instagram that she’s been honest about her struggle with addiction. She went on to explain that this illness doesn’t vanish or weaken over time; it’s an ongoing battle she’s still fighting. To conquer this, she needs time to heal and concentrate on her sobriety and road to recovery. The support you’ve all shown means a lot to her, and it’s something she won’t forget. She eagerly anticipates the day when she can say she’s overcome it. Until then, she’ll keep battling.
In 2018, she recounted her struggles with addictions to sex and alcohol. “My addictive tendencies are versatile. They change and shift. When I was younger, I strongly suspect I had some form of a sexual addiction, yes, that I believed everything could be resolved through sex,” she stated, then went on to discuss the moment she recognized she had a concerning drinking habit.
She recounted a moment when she was alone at home, with two bottles of wine finished and reaching for a third. She paused, reflecting, “Wait a minute. Here you are, all alone in this house, drinking your third bottle of wine? Maybe there’s an issue here that needs addressing.
She explained, “I quit abruptly, that’s just my style. I tend to do things suddenly and need to keep myself in check because I can easily become engrossed in things. It’s not the action itself that matters, but the motivation behind it. If you enjoy having a lot of sex, that’s fine, but consider why you’re doing it so much. That’s what requires introspection.
A member of the Backstreet Boys admitted to experimenting with drugs for the first time prior to filming their 2000 music video “The Call.” In a subsequent interview on Good Morning America, he confessed to feeling incredibly energetic during the shoot. He achieved sobriety in 2021 and experienced numerous positive outcomes within a year, such as shedding 32 pounds in seven months by eliminating alcohol and fast food from his diet.
He shared on Today in September 2022 that excessive drinking led to an increase in his weight, but it also negatively impacted his emotional well-being.
Following the unexpected demise of Mac Miller, the rapper formerly known as Shad Moss, took to Twitter to share with his followers that he had previously battled an addiction to cough syrup. He began a series of tweets by saying, “To the youth – Stop with these foolish drugs.”
He went on to reveal that during the time he and Omarion worked on their album ‘Face Off’, he was addicted to lean (cough syrup) and was high every day. His attitude changed, his fans turned against him, and even his family distanced themselves. He never promoted lean in his songs, but during the UCP tour with Chris Brown, he was consuming at least 7 doses of lean daily. He was addicted until their show in Cincinnati when he passed out backstage and ended up in the hospital due to withdrawal symptoms.
He expressed that he had never felt such pain before and described walking around with three hoodies on because he was so cold, even during the summer. He missed shows in Chicago and Baltimore because he was high and sick. He emphasized that this behavior is not cool and encouraged his followers to stay away from drugs.
He implored parents to watch their children closely, explaining that they want them to live. He shared a harrowing experience of almost dying due to his syrup addiction and urged his fans to break the cycle. He concluded by saying, “Drug-free is the way to be. Smarten up, tighten up, we can’t lose any more of you. Not one! I love all of you. The young artists, all the kids around the world – don’t follow a trend. Break the cycle. Peace.
2018 saw a great deal of openness from the singer as she released her fourth album, “No Shame,” along with her memoir titled “My Thoughts Exactly.” This openness revolved around her struggles with addiction, particularly her excessive use of cocaine and heavy drinking that left her “almost parasitically drunk.” The interventions by Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin became necessary after a mishap at Kate Hudson’s Halloween party where she inadvertently headbutted Orlando Bloom, causing herself to faint.
She shared with The Guardian, “I felt nothing could resonate or fulfill me. One gloomy morning during those difficult times, a thought crossed my mind: ‘Perhaps I should try heroin since nothing else seems effective.’
Back in the groovy ’60s and free-spirited ’70s, I was living life to the fullest, just like any other teen dreaming of stardom. But then came the turbulent ’80s, a time when my passion for acting turned into an all-consuming obsession with a substance that would eventually lead me down a dark path. You see, I battled a cocaine addiction throughout those years, an addiction so powerful it forced me to seek help in 1990 and check myself into rehab.
Looking back on those days, I can’t help but remember the carefree attitude towards drugs that was so prevalent during my youth. It’s hard for me to believe now, but cocaine was as common as a joint at a rock concert or a beer at a frat party. However, it wasn’t until I hit rock bottom that I realized the destructive power of this substance and made the decision to turn my life around.
On a brighter note, I found solace in sharing my story with the world, most notably on the iconic show Today, where I was able to speak candidly about my struggle and offer hope to others who might be going through something similar. Now, I’m grateful for every day that I’ve been given a second chance, and I use my experiences to help others navigate their own challenges.
2018 saw him openly acknowledge that he had been using cocaine almost every day during the 1980s. He confessed to frequent pleas to God for relief from his addiction, promising to stop if only he could be saved in time for work each morning. However, by the afternoon, he would often think, “It’s not so bad.” This can be rephrased as: In 2018, he openly admitted that he was a near-daily cocaine user during the 1980s. He frequently begged God for help, vowing to quit if only he could do so before work each day. Yet, by late afternoon, he would often think, “It’s not that bad.
He shared an intense moment where he felt like he was confronting the possibility of death or losing all that mattered to him – a profound experience he referred to as a ‘white light’ encounter. Needing support, he had to explain this to his then-fiancée, Meg Ryan, and it marked the end of his relationship with cocaine. He subsequently sought help for his addiction.
Following an occurrence at a Newport Beach hotel where the Olympic swimmer attempted to force open his own room door, Ryan Lochte decided to seek treatment in 2018. In a statement to TopMob News, his representative stated, “Ryan has been struggling with alcohol addiction for quite some time now, and regrettably, it has led him down a destructive path. He has admitted that he requires professional help to conquer this issue and will be seeking immediate assistance.
Ryan realizes that overcoming this illness is crucial for him to avoid making regrettable choices later on, so he can be the best husband and father possible, and if he aspires to compete again in the Olympics in Tokyo in 2020.
It turns out that, despite understanding it’s not typically advised to give up alcohol for someone else, the former star of “Parenthood” was significantly influenced by his relationship with Melanie Lynskey to finally quit drinking.
During his interview on The Drew Barrymore Show in March 2023, he clarified that at one point, he realized how extraordinary she was and believed she deserved someone exceptional. However, he admitted to feeling he wasn’t quite the right fit for her because he felt a tad too unstable or eccentric.
However, as Ritter noted to TopMob News, he now sees that sobriety is ultimately a personal choice.
He explained that in the beginning stages of their relationship, he found it simpler to claim he was acting for her because at that moment, he didn’t think highly of his own worth. He added that he prioritized not causing her pain over avoiding self-harm. Consequently, it was more convenient for him to assert, ‘I’m doing this for her.’ However, now, he is engaging in these actions for his own benefit.
For approximately ten years now, the country singer has remained sober, but achieving this milestone wasn’t easy. His struggle with alcohol and prescription pain medication started shortly after he completed high school, and despite his rising career, his battle persisted. He admitted to always carrying a black leather laptop bag containing bottles of Jagermeister or vodka, keeping them within easy reach at all times. According to his past interview with People, he would take two or three drinks every hour and a half to two hours, and every three to four hours, he would take one or two pills.
He acknowledged that it didn’t hinder his achievements, saying, “I wasn’t struggling or floundering every day.” Instead, he stated, “I was operating at full capacity – I composed more tunes back then than I do today. That was the unsettling aspect.
Towards the end of 2011, he was admitted to the hospital due to pancreatitis, and was warned that continued drinking could lead to his demise on his next birthday. He attempted to cut back on his own, thinking things like, “Alright, I’ll only take two pills today. I’ll drink just this much from my bottle and make a mark on the bottle,” but it didn’t last long as someone would often throw a party.
Eventually, he realized he needed assistance and checked into rehab on December 18, 2011. “I reached a point where I knew I couldn’t handle it alone,” Gilbert stated. “It infuriated me greatly and brought me great shame. I’m usually quite determined, but this was the one aspect of my life that I just couldn’t conquer.
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