Chrissy Teigen, a renowned cookbook author and model, has recently shared an intimate update on her journey with alcohol on her podcast. In the most recent episode, she featured Holly Whitaker. Holly is a sobriety advocate and the bestselling author of Quit Like a Woman. This episode explores the challenges of achieving sobriety. It dives into the stigma Teigen has faced with her efforts to navigate her relationship with alcohol and address her behavior.
On March 12, 2025, Teigen posted a photo on her social media account, showcasing Whitaker’s book, which emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s relationship with alcohol. To accompany this post, she published a new podcast episode. In it, she candidly described her rocky road with alcohol and shared the many ways it has stolen her livelihood.
Teigen took responsibility for allowing alcohol back into her life, saying, “I let it back into my life. She disclosed that there are days where she struggles with the fact that all she can think about is getting a drink. She lamented that she couldn’t experience joy in even the smallest things. She dreams, for example, of taking an evening cocktail break with her husband on vacation.
Teigen vividly remembered times in her life when her hedonism led to shame. She recounted examples of going through an event with eight drinks in hand, only to feel terrible the next day. For example, “I am just sick of barfing on a Tuesday,” she said. This honest account is a stark reminder of the daily battle she continues to fight in order to have a positive relationship with alcohol.
During the course of the podcast episode, Teigen talked about how her experience with sobriety has been a zig-zagging one. The release of this episode was something she dreaded, acknowledging the vulnerability that comes with sharing personal struggles. She realized the power in her narrative. “This is to all the folks out there who are just working through it,” she said.
Teigen expressed immense pride in the sober community, saying, “And to the sober community, god I am still so, so proud of you.” Her words speak to many out there who are trying to find their own way to sobriety. They showcase the positive ecosystem of support that empowers people to pursue healthier, happier lives.
