Country Star's Brave Battle: 3 Days Sober After Relapse

Country singer Ruston Kelly revealed he is three days sober as of Wednesday, July 29, marking a significant recommitment to his recovery journey. Kelly, 37, had previously struggled with addiction, including to amphetamines. He detailed on Instagram how a golf cart accident in June, which resulted in severe injuries and a prescription for painkillers like Percocet, triggered a relapse.

Kelly explained that the accident necessitated pain management, but he quickly found himself overusing the medication. This experience led him to spiritually surrender and decide on Sunday, July 26, to cease all substance use. He aims for lasting sobriety for himself, his wife, family, and career, acknowledging a lifelong battle with substance abuse disease.

Fellow musicians have rallied around Kelly, offering support and praise for his transparency. The singer has a history of speaking openly about his struggles, having previously celebrated five years of sobriety in December 2025 before this recent setback. He is now married to his second wife, Tia Cubelic, after divorcing Kacey Musgraves in 2020.