Paris Jackson is opening up about a consequence from her past drug use.
Michael Jackson’s daughter recently revealed she has a hole in the cartilage separating her nostrils, caused by previous drug use. She’s decided not to have it surgically repaired.
I recently learned from a TikTok video Paris posted on November 10th that the reason she makes a really loud whistling sound when she breathes through her nose is because of a perforated septum. She explained it’s a little different than a deviated septum, and honestly, it’s caused by what a lot of people probably suspect!
The 27-year-old then pointed at the camera adding, “Don’t do drugs kids.”
Although Paris later said she doesn’t want to dictate how others live, she strongly warned that the choices she made led to a lot of personal hardship, stating, “I don’t recommend it because it ruined my life.”
The singer, known for her song “Hit Your Knees,” explained that she’s prioritizing her sobriety and doesn’t want any health treatment to risk that.
Okay, so this thing I’ve been dealing with… it started when I was around 20, and honestly, it’s a nightmare when I’m trying to record. Everyone keeps suggesting surgery, but I’m six years sober and I cannot risk getting back on pills. Even a ‘normal’ surgery needs pain meds, and I’m just not willing to mess with my sobriety for it. It’s just… frustrating, you know? I’ve lived with it for so long, but being in the studio makes it so much worse.
Since becoming sober, Paris Hilton has been honest about her previous battles with heroin and alcohol, and she recently explained how she’s rediscovered herself over the past few years.
Paris shared that receiving the Shining Star Award from the Friendly House on October 11th felt like more than just regaining her life – it was starting a new, better one. She explained that getting sober was a jarring experience, like being in a car accident where everything previously suppressed came to the surface. Now, she’s focused on learning to live life as it comes.
Paris recently celebrated five years of sobriety in January and has been reflecting on her personal growth. She explained that simply being thankful doesn’t begin to express how deeply she feels about the journey and the positive changes it’s brought to her life.
For more stars who have opened up on their sobriety, keep reading…
After the Backstreet Boys member relapsed in 2021, he noted he “got sober again for the last time.”
He told People magazine in July 2025 that he’s committed to staying on his current path. He described it as a daily effort, but said he’s finally taken advice from the recovery community, and it’s dramatically improved his life.
While AJ acknowledged he is “still learning, still growing,” he’s now confident in who he is.
I’ve been learning to set healthy boundaries, which is something I never did before. It’s been really helpful. ‘AJ’ is a character I play, but it’s not the whole me – I’m Alexander James.
In October 2018, the actor known for American Pie shared on Instagram that he had been sober for a year, marking the occasion with a positive and hopeful message.
He started trying to get sober more than five years ago, realizing his addiction to alcohol and drugs had become overwhelming. He quickly discovered that recovery wasn’t easy.
He shared that he’s been sober for a year, something he’s incredibly proud of after a challenging journey. He encouraged anyone struggling with addiction to seek help, emphasizing that there’s no shame in asking and that recovery is possible.
Looking back on his battle with addiction, he thought about how far he’d gone to keep it a secret.
He recently shared on his wife Jenny Mollen’s podcast, All the Fails, that despite being in therapy, he sometimes relapses into old patterns. He described leaving a productive therapy session and immediately going to buy vodka, drinking it to escape his feelings and disconnect from the present moment. He admitted he knew how to drink enough to numb himself and avoid emotional connection.
He explained that he’d carefully planned how much he’d drink, making sure he stayed coherent enough to talk. He mentioned he was constantly switching out the alcohol bottles at the bar.
The two-time World Cup-winning soccer player has publicly discussed using Adderall inappropriately while recovering from injuries during her time playing college soccer.
She shared on the 2025 podcast Question Everything with Danielle Robay that she had become seriously addicted to Adderall and was using it improperly. She explained she was taking it constantly, often going for days without sleep. It was a chaotic time, and she worried she was damaging her health, even fearing a heart attack. She admitted to taking the drug by crushing and snorting it, acknowledging it was a very difficult period.
However, in the midst of her struggle, her college coach Anson Dorrance was there to support her.
She described a difficult time where she had to adapt significantly. Anson encouraged her to read, and she found a life-changing book called Man’s Search for Meaning. The book dealt with finding purpose even in suffering, and it profoundly impacted her perspective.
In October 2025, Migos member Quavo revealed he had been sober from codeine—an opioid often used in the drink known as sizzurp—for four years. He credited a serious conversation with his teenage son, Jordan, as the turning point that led him to quit.
Offset shared a story on the show Baby, This Is Keke Palmer about his son repeatedly asking for pineapple Fanta, even though he rarely drinks soda. What really got to Offset, though, was when his son noticed the color of his Fanta was different and asked why, which he found incredibly touching.
Offset explained that the seemingly harmless comment really upset him, adding, “I almost cried when I went to my room.”
The rapper explained he felt guilty as a father. He was worried his son didn’t realize he was using drugs, and even something as simple as his son wanting the same soda made him anxious, fearing he was a bad influence.
The Valley star shared his decades-long battle with drugs in March 2025 after going to rehab.
Jax revealed on the March 4th episode of Bravo’s Hot Mic podcast that he’s struggling with addiction, specifically with cocaine. He admitted it was difficult to share this publicly.
He explained that he’s struggled with this issue intermittently since he was 23, and now, at 45, it continues to come and go. He’d sometimes stop the behavior, but then other times he’d engage in it heavily.
Jax also stopped drinking, noting that while he didn’t believe he had a serious alcohol issue, it was connected to his cocaine use. He explained he couldn’t use cocaine without drinking alcohol, so he decided to quit both. He’s proud to have been sober for over 82 days – the longest stretch of his life without either substance.
Tom Holland, known for his role as Spider-Man, quit drinking in 2022 because he felt controlled by alcohol. He admitted on the On Purpose with Jay Shetty podcast that he was addicted, saying, “I was definitely addicted to alcohol, not shying away from that at all.” He believes that even having a beer every day can be a sign of a problem.
The actor went on to explain that you eventually hit a point where you regret having one too many drinks. This usually leads to a really bad headache the next morning.
After adopting a new lifestyle, Holland found he was sleeping more soundly and coping with challenges more effectively.
He explained that he was much more relaxed and able to handle problems on set. He felt mentally clear, healthier, and in better physical shape.
Sean Connery, known for his role in Hunt for Red October, rarely discusses his decades-long battle with, and eventual triumph over, alcohol. He’s been sober for nearly forty years.
I’m a long-time admirer, and I was so moved when he recently shared something deeply personal. He doesn’t often talk about it, but in a podcast interview last May, he opened up a little. He mentioned he’s been sober for 39 years – February 23rd, 1985, was the day everything changed for him. It’s incredibly inspiring to hear him speak about it, even briefly.
Alec described a difficult period after his move to Los Angeles in 1983, admitting to a serious cocaine addiction. He said he was using heavily – to the point where it felt like he was consuming an enormous amount – and that cocaine use was widespread at the time, almost as common as drinking coffee.
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 said New York City feels like home and helps him relax. He enjoys simply walking around and discovering new details he’s never seen before, like interesting features on buildings. He also loves spending time with friends over lunch or coffee.
In April 2024, Anne Hathaway, known for her role in The Princess Diaries, revealed she has been sober for over five years. She told the New York Times that reaching this point felt like a significant achievement.
She explained her decision simply. “I realized it wasn’t a good fit for me,” she said. “It felt difficult to have to completely refuse, but I had to be firm. It’s like an allergy – if you have a serious reaction, you don’t try to fight it. I finally stopped questioning my gut feeling.”
She’s glad she made the change. “Everything has improved for me personally,” she explained. “It used to drag me down, and I really don’t like feeling sorry for myself.”
While receiving the 2018 Woman of the Year Award from the Peggy Albrecht Friendly House—a program helping women recover from substance and alcohol abuse—Moore discussed how a damaging lifestyle almost ended her career.
I believe we all have key moments that define us and steer our lives. Early in my career, I was heading down a very destructive path. Despite any successes I achieved, I constantly felt inadequate and had very little self-worth. This quickly led to a crisis, and at the time, I didn’t understand why it was happening – it almost felt like something bigger was intervening.
In 2012, seeking help, Moore expressed gratitude to two strangers who essentially challenged her to change her ways. She jokingly recalled them telling her she needed to get her life back on track, or face the consequences. They gave her “a chance to turn things around before I ruined everything,” she said.
Moore reflected that others recognized potential in her that she hadn’t seen in herself. She expressed deep gratitude for their belief in her, saying she wouldn’t be where she was today without it.
Miley Cyrus revealed in 2022 that she’s been working on overcoming her Xanax addiction since 2020. She told Rolling Stone that recovery provided much-needed stability during a difficult time. “It gave me something to focus on and prevented me from overthinking,” she explained, adding, “It really gave me hope for the future.”
You know, listening to them talk about it really hit me. They explained that the moment they realized they could just block everything out, even for a little while, and kind of go numb to the hurt, that’s when things were truly finished. It was such a raw and honest way to describe hitting a breaking point.
She explained that her friends at the time didn’t discourage her drug use, and it quickly spiraled out of control, becoming a seemingly endless cycle. During the pandemic, she realized she was struggling and felt disconnected from her emotions. She remembers being constantly drowsy and falling asleep, unable to stay awake or even keep her eyes open because of how deeply affected she was.
She eventually sought help and noted that “it took some time to get on my own two feet.”
In his 2025 documentary, Stans, Eminem opened up about his past struggles with prescription pills. He shared that an overdose and missing his daughter Hailie Jade’s birthday were turning points that led him to change his life.
He explained that he became emotional realizing he didn’t want to repeat past mistakes. He recalled repeatedly asking himself if he really wanted to miss out on life again, urging himself to persevere, even if just for the sake of his loved ones.
Focusing on making music again was a key part of the Oscar winner’s recovery from addiction.
He told me how something incredible happened – the lights just switched on, seemingly on their own. But more importantly, he shared a really powerful realization. He said he finally wasn’t ashamed of being sober anymore. It was like a switch flipped for him, and he started seeing his sobriety as a strength, something to be proud of. He was so proud of himself for being able to quit, and it was amazing to hear him say it.
The actor, known from the show Parenthood, had been sober for 16 years when they had a relapse in 2020. This happened after a motorcycle accident and they began taking Vicodin again.
He explained on his Armchair Expert podcast that he’s been taking certain medications consistently for about the past two months. He has a prescription for a specific dosage, but he’s also taking additional amounts beyond that.
Honestly, it’s awful. I’m constantly deceiving everyone around me, and deep down, I know I need to stop. The problem is, I’m needing more and more just to feel okay – I’ve gotten to the point where I’m taking eight of those pills a day, and I’m terrified of what will happen when I try to quit. The withdrawal is going to be brutal, I just know it. It’s a really isolating experience, too. I feel so alone carrying this huge secret, pretending everything is fine when it’s really not.
In 2018, the star of the movie Halloween openly discussed her decade-long struggle with opioid addiction. It began in the late 1980s after a small cosmetic procedure to address puffy eyes, which led to a life-altering prescription. She told People magazine that she spent ten years stealing and deceiving others, and that no one was aware of her secret battle.
Curtis recalls the summer of 1998 as her lowest point. Her sister arrived with prescription painkillers for a broken rib, and Curtis, overwhelmed, took all of them. Remembering the event, she explained that she knew her sister would discover the missing pills before leaving. She confessed in a note left on the suitcase. When her sister returned, she embraced Curtis, expressing her love and concern, and stating she couldn’t bear to watch Curtis destroy herself.
Jamie Lee Curtis went to her first support group meeting on February 3, 1999, and that same day, she told her husband, filmmaker Christopher Guest, about her struggles. She explained that he couldn’t believe he hadn’t noticed before, and she has remained sober ever since.
Drew Barrymore, who has openly discussed her past struggles with alcohol and drug addiction, revealed in 2021 that she had reached a significant point in her recovery. Appearing on CBS Mornings, she shared that she’d been sober for two and a half years, explaining that alcohol simply wasn’t beneficial to her life.
She explained that sharing who we truly are and the things we’ve achieved feels both incredibly freeing and deeply personal.
Drew Barrymore later told the Los Angeles Times she avoids calling herself “sober” because she doesn’t want to come across as overly strict or judgmental.
She described a long period of trying to overcome a challenge, saying she repeatedly told herself, ‘I can learn this, I can solve this.’ But in 2023, she came to a different conclusion: ‘I’m not going to master this, and that’s okay.’
Bradley Cooper battled a cocaine addiction in the early 2000s. His friend, Will Arnett, helped him by directly addressing his issues and holding him accountable.
Cooper shared in a 2022 podcast interview that this was the moment he first understood he was struggling with substance use. He said he’ll never forget that realization.
Cooper explained that Arnett was instrumental in his decision to get sober, saying, “Arnett bravely confronted me, which ultimately led me to change my life for the better.”
The actor, known for his role in Fight Club, battled alcohol addiction for years. He credits Bradley Cooper with helping him get sober, saying, “I got sober because of this guy,” at the 2020 National Board of Review Awards. He added that he’s been happier every day since.
In September 2023, the former Cruel Intentions star revealed on Instagram that they had gone longer without using nicotine or marijuana – or any substances, really – than they had since their teenage years.
He expressed gratitude for overcoming addiction and dependency, saying that achieving sobriety, mental clarity, and a stronger spiritual connection feels truly rewarding.
As someone who’s followed a lot of celebrity journeys, I was really struck by this artist’s honesty. She’d been so open about celebrating six years of sobriety while on tour in 2018, which was incredibly inspiring. But then, later that same year, she bravely shared a very personal truth with her fans through the song “Sober” – she’d actually experienced a relapse. It was a powerful moment, and a reminder that recovery isn’t always linear, even for those in the public eye.
She sang, filled with regret: “Mom, I’m truly sorry I’ve lost my sobriety. Dad, please forgive me for the mess I’ve made. To those of you who have always been there for me, I know we’ve faced this before, and I’m so sorry I’m struggling again.”
A month later, Lovato was hospitalized for a near-fatal overdose.
She shared on Instagram a couple of weeks ago that she’s been open about her struggles with addiction. She explained that it’s an ongoing battle, not something she’s simply overcome. She needs time to focus on healing and getting better, and she’s incredibly grateful for all the support she’s received. She’s hopeful about the future and determined to continue fighting for her sobriety.
In 2018, she spoke about her struggles with sex and alcohol addiction. She explained that her addictions tended to shift over time, and when she was younger, she believed sex could solve any problem. She also described realizing she had developed a serious issue with drinking.
She recalled a low point when she was home alone and had already finished two bottles of wine, about to open a third. It was then she realized she might have a drinking problem.
I stopped completely, and that’s something I’m able to do. I tend to get really into things, so I always have to be mindful of my habits. It’s not necessarily what you do, but how and why you do it. It’s about the motivations behind your actions. For example, wanting to have a lot of sex is fine, but you need to understand why you want that.
Backstreet Boy AJ McLean revealed he first experimented with drugs right before filming the music video for their 2000 hit, “The Call.” He later told Good Morning America that he was completely out of control during the video shoot. He achieved sobriety in 2021 and experienced significant improvements to his health within a year, including losing 32 pounds in seven months by giving up alcohol and fast food.
He told Today in September 2022 that drinking not only led to weight gain, but also negatively impacted his mental health.
Following the tragic death of Mac Miller, rapper Bow Wow—born Shad Moss—revealed on Twitter that he had once battled an addiction to cough syrup, often called “lean.” He shared a candid account of his struggle, explaining that during the creation of his “FACE OFF” album with Omarion, he was using lean daily. He admitted to being high on the substance during a well-known on-stage incident with Torae on BET. He described how the drug changed his attitude, strained relationships with fans and family, and negatively impacted his health. Bow Wow detailed how his addiction continued throughout his UCP tour with Chris Brown, consuming at least seven servings of lean daily until he collapsed backstage at a show in Cincinnati and was hospitalized with withdrawal symptoms.
He emphasized the intense pain of withdrawal and the lasting physical effects, stating he still suffers from stomach problems. Bow Wow expressed regret for using drugs to fit in and urged young people to avoid them, encouraging them to be good children and strive to be their best selves. He vowed to speak out more about the dangers of drug use, particularly for young people, and called on parents to educate their children. He shared that he almost died from his addiction and wants to help others avoid the same fate.
Bow Wow concluded by reiterating the long-term health consequences he continues to face and passionately advocating for a drug-free lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of saving young lives and breaking the cycle of addiction.
As a lifestyle expert, I remember 2018 being a really vulnerable year for Lily Allen. She bravely opened up about her struggles with addiction, coinciding with the release of her album No Shame and her memoir, My Thoughts Exactly. She was incredibly honest about how bad things had gotten – she admitted to using cocaine and drinking to excess. It actually came to a head after a pretty wild incident at Kate Hudson’s Halloween party. Apparently, she accidentally headbutted Orlando Bloom and knocked herself unconscious! That’s when Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin stepped in and staged an intervention – it was a scary time, but ultimately a turning point for her.
In an interview with The Guardian, she described feeling deeply unfulfilled. She recalled a particularly low point, saying she even considered trying heroin because nothing else seemed to alleviate her pain.
The actor known for his role in The Parent Trap struggled with cocaine addiction throughout the 1980s, leading him to enter rehab in 1990. He later shared on Today that he came of age in the 1960s and 70s, a time when attitudes toward drug use were very different.
He confessed that in the 1980s, he was using cocaine almost every day, to the point where it was impacting his finances. He described desperately pleading with God to help him stop, often right before work, only to find himself using again by the afternoon. He’d tell himself it wasn’t that bad, despite the cycle.
Okay, so it was… intense. I really felt like I was staring down the barrel of total disaster, like I’d lost everything, or even… well, like I was gone. I had to sit Meg down, explain this crazy thing that had happened to me. It was terrifying, honestly. But that moment, that awful, scary moment, was actually the end of it. It was the end of me and cocaine. I finally got help after that, thank goodness.
As someone who’s followed Ryan Lochte’s journey, I understand this must be a difficult time. After an incident a few years ago, he made the brave decision to address a long-term struggle with alcohol. His team shared that he’s been dealing with addiction for quite some time, and it had unfortunately become a harmful pattern. He realized he needed professional help, and thankfully, he’s taking steps to get the support he deserves. It’s a really positive move to prioritize his well-being, and I wish him all the best in his recovery.
According to a recent statement, Ryan understands that overcoming this illness is crucial – not only to prevent future regrets, but also to be a good husband and father, and to have a chance at competing in his fifth Olympic Games in Tokyo in 2020 and regaining his place as a top swimmer.
Despite knowing you shouldn’t get sober for another person, actor Jason Ritter credits his relationship with Melanie Lynskey as a significant factor in his decision to stop drinking.
He realized how wonderful she was and believed she deserved someone truly special. Appearing on The Drew Barrymore Show in March 2023, he admitted he didn’t feel up to the task, saying he felt ‘a little bit too crazy’ for her.
However, as Ritter noted to TopMob News, he now sees that sobriety is ultimately a personal choice.
He remembered feeling insecure when they first started dating. It was simpler to justify his actions by saying he was doing them for her, because he didn’t prioritize his own well-being much at the time. He was more concerned with protecting her feelings than his own. Initially, that explanation felt right, but now he’s motivated by his own needs and desires.
The country singer has been sober for almost ten years, but reaching this point was a difficult journey. His struggle with alcohol and painkillers started shortly after high school and continued even as his career gained momentum. He confessed to People magazine that he always kept a black leather laptop bag nearby, filled with bottles of Jagermeister or vodka, and would drink “every hour and a half to two hours.” He also admitted to taking a couple of pills every three to four hours.
It didn’t hinder his accomplishments at all. “I wasn’t falling apart,” he explained. “Actually, I was incredibly productive – I wrote more songs during that time than I do today, and that’s what really worried me.”
In late 2011, he was hospitalized with pancreatitis and warned that his life was in danger if he didn’t quit drinking. He admitted he initially tried to cut back on his own, setting small goals like limiting himself to a certain number of pills or amount of alcohol each day. He’d even mark his bottles to track his progress. However, these efforts would only last a few days before a social event would derail him.
Eventually, Gilbert realized he needed help and checked into rehab on December 18, 2011. He explained, “I finally admitted I couldn’t overcome this on my own.” He was frustrated and ashamed, saying, “It really bothered me, and I’m usually a strong person, but I just couldn’t make lasting changes.”
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