Jamie Lee Curtis Gets Candid About Sobriety And Loss In Heartfelt Tribute

Reflecting on the Journey

Jamie Lee Curtis took a poignant trip down memory lane on Tuesday, sharing a heartfelt social media post about her ongoing journey to sobriety. The 67-year-old actress reflected on the people who have been instrumental in her recovery, including the late comedian and actor Richard Lewis.

Curtis posted a nostalgic photo of herself with Lewis, who passed away in June 2024, and accompanied it with touching words about her sobriety journey. "27 years ago, I had pain and sorrow," she wrote. "I reached out my hand, and my old colleague and friend, Richard Lewis, reached out and took my hand. The miracle of sobriety is that it just takes one other person to relate to how you're feeling and THAT can change everything."

"I'm honored to be open with strangers, many who know me better than people I have spent my entire life with," Curtis shared, highlighting the deep connections formed through shared struggles.

A Legacy of Support

Curtis continued to express her gratitude for the community of support she found through Lewis. "Richard introduced me to many others, and for these 27 years I have met so many people who share our common link of addiction and recovery from that daily prison," she said.

Her emotional tribute resonated with fans and friends alike. Actress Rita Wilson commented, "What an inspiration you are. As are the many others who have chosen recovery. Brava!!!" Meanwhile, Uzo Aduba, known for her role in "Orange Is the New Black," added her heartfelt congratulations: "Love you, beautiful Jamie. So happy for you."

Overcoming Personal Challenges

Jamie Lee Curtis' journey began in 1989 after she became addicted to opiates following an eye surgery. She has candidly shared how she navigated her addiction, describing herself as a "controlled" alcoholic who maintained strict boundaries even during her struggles.

The actress has a personal history of addiction in her family, with her father, Tony Curtis, battling substance abuse, and her brother, Nicholas, tragically passing away from a drug overdose at just 23.

Reflecting on her sobriety journey in a 2023 interview, Curtis said, "I'm sober for a long time, long time – almost 25 years. And the best thing I learned last year in recovery was people aren't pleased when you stop people-pleasing." Her journey has been one of growth, acceptance, and, ultimately, owning who she is.