Kristen Johnston on SATC: 'I Was a Hot Mess'

Actress Kristen Johnston confessed on the Dear Chelsea podcast that her memorable guest appearance on Sex and the City saw her portraying Lexi Featherston while battling her own significant addiction issues. Johnston, who has faced ongoing struggles with sobriety, described herself as a 'hot mess' during the filming of the sixth season episode.

Johnston's character, Lexi Featherston, famously declared "New York is over" before falling to her death. The actress admitted that while her own behavior was not as extreme as Lexi's, she was actively using substances like cocaine and pills, dating back to her high school years. Her childhood was marked by a need to 'escape,' a sentiment amplified by the later death of her sister Julie from addiction.

Reflecting on her sobriety journey, Johnston noted the significant amount of time and energy addicts expend on acquiring and consuming substances. She also concurred with her character's dramatic statement about New York City, attributing the change to gentrification and a perceived loss of its unique character.