Warning: This article contains discussions about alcoholism and drug addiction which may be distressing to some readers.
Natasha Lyonne has revealed that she has experienced a relapse after nearly a decade of sobriety.
At 46, Lyonne has emphasized that ‘recovery is a lifelong process,’ reassuring those who face similar battles that they are not alone.
The actress has been forthcoming about her addiction struggles, which began in the 2000s and involved both alcohol and drugs.
In the past, she has candidly expressed that she felt ‘as good as dead’ due to the severe impact on her health.
Lyonne disclosed her relapse on her social media platforms, openly discussing the continuous challenges of addiction even after extended periods of sobriety.
On January 23, she wrote on X: “Took my relapse public, more to come.”
Supporters quickly responded in the comments, offering encouragement.
Replying to a supporter, she stated: “Thanks, boss … for the grace, etc. Sending love back your way. May become a pothead or a nun. TBD.”
Back in January 2024, she shared on social media: “Recovery is a lifelong process. Anyone out there struggling, remember you’re not alone,”
She further expressed: “Grateful for love and smart feet. Gonna do it for baby Bambo. Stay honest, folks. Sick as our secrets.”
To comfort those watching, she added: “If no one told ya today, I love you. No matter how far down the scales we have gone, we will see how our experience may help another.
“Keep going, kiddos. Don’t quit before the miracle. Wallpaper your mind with love. Rest is all noise and baloney.”
In a 2012 interview with Entertainment Weekly, Lyonne discussed the depth of her struggles.
“Spiraling into addiction is really, really scary,” she said.
“Some things have a very A-to-B scientific effect.
“Like, alcohol is a depressant. Cocaine is a stimulant. And then, Cocaine plus heroin is bad! That’s the point of my story, that’s the moral. Coke plus heroin equals speedball. And speedball equals bad, you know?”
Reflecting on how addiction impacted her life, she stated: “It’s weird to talk about. I was definitely as good as dead, you know? A lot of people don’t come back. That makes me feel wary, and self-conscious. I wouldn’t want to feel prideful about it. People really rallied around me and pulled me up by my f***ing bootstraps.”
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