These celebrities have chosen a sober life, proving that success in Hollywood doesn’t depend on alcohol or drugs.
If you’re looking for inspiration for a sober life in 2025, several celebrities have shown that success doesn’t rely on alcohol or drugs. While Hollywood is often associated with partying and excess, many stars have chosen a different path, prioritizing health and self-control.
For example, Lewis Hamilton decided to try sobriety in 2023, highlighting how this choice improved his mental clarity and physical well-being. Zendaya, for her part, made it clear when she turned 21 that she had no interest in drinking, as she values maintaining control over her decisions.
Others, like Tobey Maguire, opted for sobriety from a young age, while Elton John celebrated more than 30 years without substances, thanking those who supported him in his transformation.
These stories inspire those who wish to lead a more balanced life, proving that sobriety can be a path to success and happiness.
Lewis Hamilton
Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton spoke about trying sobriety in an interview with Vogue in November 2023. Although he started drinking at 16, he told the publication that he had been sober for four months at that time and felt great.
“Since I stopped drinking, I feel so much better, I have so much more clarity. I sleep better, I wake up in the morning and I can still get up at 5 a.m.,” he explained.
Zendaya
Zendaya spoke about her decision to stay sober in a post celebrating her 21st birthday. This is a day when most people enjoy their first legal cocktail, but the Euphoria actress made it clear that she wasn’t interested.
“Just because I’m now of legal age to drink doesn’t mean I’m going to start doing it,” she wrote, according to Cosmopolitan. “I don’t plan on starting to drink.”
She continued: “This industry is too crazy for me not to have control over myself and my decisions, so I don’t want to introduce alcohol. Also, I don’t want drinking to become a vice. Why try something if you don’t need it?”
Pharrell Williams
Pharrell Williams revealed that he had only been drunk nine times in his life during an interview, according to Cosmopolitan.
“Everyone else can do what they want, but that’s not for me,” he commented.
Tobey Maguire
Tobey Maguire spoke with The Guardian about his decision to become sober, stating that he made that choice at 19 years old.
“I stopped consuming anything that altered my mind when I was 19. And I’ve been sober ever since,” he said, noting that this included alcohol.
Drew Barrymore
Drew Barrymore revealed that she had been sober for two years in December 2021.
“It was something I realized just wasn’t serving me or my life,” she explained.
Elton John
Music legend Elton John has over 30 years of sobriety under his belt. He celebrated this significant anniversary on July 30, 2020, with a couple of posts on Twitter.
“Reflecting on the most magical day celebrating my 30th sobriety birthday. So many beautiful cards, flowers, and chips from my kids, David, program friends, office staff, and people from our homes. I’m a truly blessed man,” he wrote.
He continued in a second tweet, adding: “If I hadn’t finally taken the big step of asking for help 30 years ago, I would be dead. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who has inspired and supported me along the way.”
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