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Billy Idol Embraces 'California Sober' Lifestyle, Reflects on Sobriety Journey

At 68, rock icon Billy Idol discusses his approach to sobriety, adopting a 'California sober' lifestyle after decades of battling drug addiction.

  • Billy Idol, now 68, has adopted a 'California sober' lifestyle, allowing himself an occasional glass of wine.
  • The term 'California sober' reflects Idol's choice to abstain from hard drugs while occasionally indulging in mild substances.
  • Idol credits his sobriety to a supportive network of sober friends and a long-term effort to overcome addiction.
  • His journey to sobriety intensified after a severe motorcycle accident in 1990, which prompted a reevaluation of his lifestyle.
  • Idol's approach has sparked discussions on the effectiveness and safety of the 'California sober' concept in managing addiction.
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