Michael Jacksonthe daughter of Paris Jacksonis supporting others on a path to sobriety.
“Being sober isn’t always an indication that life is perfect,” Paris, 27, wrote. Instagram on Saturday, January 3, sharing a montage of moments from the past year. “After a few years, everything got really rough for what seemed like forever.”
She continued: “I didn’t have the same survival skills that I was used to having to deal with. I had to learn to live life on life’s terms.”
Paris, who he stopped drinking alcohol in 2020, he also reflected on various mental health struggles he has faced since then.
Some of Hollywood’s biggest stars have been candid about their sobriety journeys over the years. Kelly Osbourne, who previously spoke about being sober for six years, revealed in April 2021 that she had relapsed and was working on the next steps. “I’m not proud of it. But I’m back on track,” he wrote via (…)
“Treatment-resistant major depressive disorder is a bitch, so are (PTSD) and OCD,” she wrote. “If you have this shit or anything like that, you’re not alone. Hang in there and if no one told you they love you today, I love you.”
Paris’ heartfelt message struck a chord with many of her famous friends in the comments section.
“I’ve struggled with OCD my whole life. I completely understand,” the musician said JT Hiskey he answered “You are amazing and so proud of you always!”
influencer crystal bomb she added: “You are amazing! Sometimes the only thing that keeps people from giving up is someone saying they love them and how great you are for someone to share that message.”
In addition, Taylor Lautner, Madonna, Lucy Hale, Gabrielle Union and ex Dancing with the stars winner Nyle DiMarco all Paris climbs have been ‘liked’.
Paris Jackson received more than $3 million in support payments from her late father Michael Jackson’s estate in 2021, court documents reveal exactly how she spent the money, Us Weekly can exclusively report. On September 16, John Branca and John McClain, the two men who were named executors of Michael’s estate after his death in 2009 (…)
Paris marked a major milestone in her sobriety journey last year.
“Hi, I’m pk, and I’m an alcoholic and a heroin addict,” she he wrote via Instagram in January 2025. “Today marks 5 years clean and sober from all drugs and alcohol. To say I’m grateful would be a poor understatement. Gratitude barely scratches the surface.”
According to Paris, she is able to “smile” more since getting sober.
“I can make music. I experience the joy of loving my dogs and my cat. I feel heartbreak in all its glory,” she added at the time. “I get to mourn. I get to laugh. I get to dance. I get to trust. I feel the sun on my skin and it’s warm. I’ve found that life goes on regardless of whether I’m sober or not, but today I have to show up.”
The connection between mental health and substance abuse is often misunderstood and underreported. In March 2025, Us Weekly featured ‘The Missing Issue’, which was dedicated to exploring co-occurring disorders. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), approximately 48.5 million Americans struggle with substance abuse, and approximately 50 percent (…)
Months later, Paris explained more how his life improved since he stopped using drugs and alcohol.
“I didn’t just get my life back. I got a better one,” she said at the Friendly House Awards Luncheon in October 2025, per people. “I feel like getting sober was like being in a car accident because everything I pushed into the backseat came forward with the impact and today I’m learning to navigate life on life’s terms.”
She concluded: “With things moving forward, I support all the programs and foundations and organizations that work to help other women do the same.”
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).