Natasha Lyonne shared a deeply personal update with fans, revealing that she struggled with her sobriety after nearly 20 years, a time she addressed with honesty, thoughtfulness, and her trademark dark humor.
The actress, best known for Impassive face, Russian Doll And Orange is the new blackposted a candid message that quickly gained attention for its emotional openness.
Although Lyonne did not provide specific details about what led to the setback, her words made it clear that she was treating the experience with self-awareness and determination.
“Stay honest, friends. Sick as our secrets,” she wrote.
“If no one has told you today, I love you. No matter how far we’ve gone, we’ll see how our experience can help someone else. Keep going, kids. Don’t stop until the miracle. Line your minds with love. Rest is all noise and bullshit.”
The 46-year-old actress also took the time to interact with her fans who offered her encouragement and empathy in the comments.
One supporter reassured her that life can be overwhelming and highlighted the strength it takes to keep moving forward after such a long period of sobriety.
Lyonne responded with her familiar blend of wit and sincerity, writing: “Thanks, boss. There but for grace etc. Returning the love to you. May become a pothead or a nun. TBD.”
Another fan urged her to ignore the negativity and reminded her of her impact, to which Lyonne responded, “Thank you and know that. I have low self-esteem but not imposter syndrome. I love you all.”
Lyonne’s open-mindedness resonates deeply given her well-documented past.
In the mid-2000s, she faced serious legal and health issues related to substance abuse, including being evicted from her apartment and multiple hospitalizations.
She finally began treatment in 2006, a turning point that paved the way for one of Hollywood’s most notable comebacks.
Since then, Lyonne has rebuilt her career and reputation, earning critical acclaim, major award nominations and industry respect.
In a 2019 interview with The cutshe reflected on how those difficult years shaped her voice.
“I would have addressed all of this sooner, felt more confident, and written better emails,” she said.
“At the same time, I guess these are the same years I spent developing something to say.”
She added that enduring such challenges gave her a unique perspective, even if the journey itself was painful.
Lyonne’s latest message highlights that recovery isn’t always easy, and her willingness to speak openly continues to offer comfort and understanding to many who see their own struggles reflected in her story.
