Angelina Jolie, Adele and others: five celebrities who have overcome addiction and changed their lives

The fight against addiction leaves people helpless, regardless of their social status. Even those who seem to have everything can find themselves in the grip of substance abuse. SSPDaily shared the stories of celebrities who resisted their addiction face to face but managed to change.

Angelina Jolie

Despite her seemingly carefree life, the actress struggled with anorexia, depression, and other disorders. However, Angelina decided to undergo appropriate rehabilitation for drug and alcohol addiction.

Eventually, she got the lead role in the movie Lara Croft, which made her a celebrity. Subsequently, the actress and her former partner Brad Pitt adopted children and built a full life.

Daniel Radcliffe

Known for his role as Harry Potter, the actor struggled with depression and alcohol addiction at a young age. He could be in this state even on the set.

After realizing the harmful effects of his addiction, Radcliffe began his journey to recovery. He found solace in long walks, exercise and new healthy habits.

Adele

Suffering from anxiety about her appearance and performance on stage, the singer began drinking alcohol to be braver. However, this coping mechanism grew into a full-blown addiction that seriously affected her professional and personal life.

Adele vividly remembers a terrible moment when she forgot the words to her own songs due to excessive intoxication during a performance. That's when she decided to regain control of herself and follow a healthy lifestyle.

Samuel L. Jackson

Despite his undeniable talent as an actor, his substance abuse hindered his career prospects after graduating from college. The turning point came in the late 1980s when Samuel entered a rehabilitation center.

Confronting his addiction and meeting his wife and daughter at the treatment facility was a key moment of redemption. Since completing the course, he has appeared in over 100 films and received numerous awards. He also became a devoted father and husband.

Elton John

The legendary musician has been struggling with addiction since he was young. Unfortunately, his drug abuse alienated his loved ones, leaving him isolated and on the verge of death from an overdose in 1975. It wasn't until the 1990s that Elton recognized his addiction and embarked on a comprehensive rehabilitation program.

Reflecting on the years he spent on addiction, he frankly admits that at that time he was immersed in himself. Now the star is enjoying the joy of a full family life with his adopted children and his partner.