Mackenzie Phillips: 15 Years of Celibacy Revealed

Mackenzie Phillips, known for her role on the sitcom 'One Day at a Time,' shared a significant personal revelation during a recent appearance on her former co-star Valerie Bertinelli's podcast. Phillips disclosed that she has been celibate for the past 15 years, a decision she attributes to feeling that past intimate experiences have been sufficient for multiple lifetimes. She expressed that she can now independently attend to any past emotional wounds.

Bertinelli, who also starred alongside Phillips in the 1975 sitcom, reacted with surprise but also shared her own experiences with periods of celibacy, noting she has been celibate for nearly two years herself. Phillips elaborated on her current lifestyle, which includes reading and enjoying her pets, indicating a preference for privacy and self-contentment. The conversation also touched upon their shared history on 'One Day at a Time' and earlier experiences, including Phillips' recollection of substance use during lunch breaks from the show.