Dax Shepard Credits Bradley Cooper for Encouraging Transparency About Relapse
In candid discussions, Bradley Cooper's advice played a pivotal role in Dax Shepard's decision to publicly share his 2020 relapse, emphasizing the value of honesty and resilience.
- Dax Shepard, after 16 years of sobriety, relapsed in 2020 following a motorcycle accident and initially hesitated to go public with the information.
- Bradley Cooper's candid advice highlighted the importance of being transparent about struggles, suggesting it's more helpful to share the journey of falling and getting back up.
- Shepard credited Cooper for the pivotal role his advice played in his decision to publicly address his relapse, acknowledging the impact of such honesty on those looking up to him as a role model.
- Kristen Bell, Shepard's wife, was described as 'nothing but supportive' of his journey back to sobriety, despite his initial reluctance to share his struggles with her.
- Shepard's revelation came during an episode of his 'Armchair Expert' podcast, where he shared being seven days sober after the relapse, marking a significant moment of vulnerability and honesty.
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