Natasha Lyonne Relapses After Decade of Sobriety

Natasha Lyonne has publicly announced her relapse after maintaining sobriety for nearly a decade. The actress shared this personal news on X, formerly Twitter, on Friday, January 23, 2026, stating, "Took my relapse public, more to come." She expressed gratitude for the support received and offered encouragement to others navigating their own recovery journeys, emphasizing that "Recovery is a lifelong process."

Lyonne, who initially achieved sobriety in 2006, has been open about her past battles with addiction since the early 2000s. Reflecting on her experiences, she has previously described the terrifying nature of addiction and the critical role support systems played in her recovery. She sought treatment at an in-patient facility in 2006, later returning to acting in an off-Broadway production in 2008.

In her recent posts, Lyonne highlighted the importance of ending shame and seeking better systems to support those struggling. She wrote, "Anyone out there struggling, remember you're not alone." The actress's candor aims to connect with others and destigmatize conversations around addiction and relapse.