Most people imagine major life changes happening in dramatic fashion, but for the 57-year-old comedian at the center of this story, the shift came quietly—through the pages of a single book.
Back in 2016, after years of juggling the demands of touring, performing, and public life, he found himself craving a break from the drinking cycle that often trails the entertainment world.
The Unexpected Spark That Changed Everything
It wasn’t a doctor’s warning, a dramatic incident, or an ultimatum that nudged him toward sobriety.
Instead, it was Allen Carr’s well-known guide, Easy Way to Control Alcohol.
What started as casual reading turned into something far more powerful.
Page by page, the comedian felt his perspective shifting, his grip on old habits loosening in ways he didn’t anticipate.
Letting Go Without the Struggle
When he talks about that period now, he often describes the process as surprisingly gentle.
There was no white-knuckled withdrawal, no dramatic farewell to bars or late-night drinks.
The ideas in the book simply clicked with him, offering clarity instead of pressure, and the decision to quit drinking felt more like a natural step than a battle.
Nearly a Decade of Staying the Course
Since then, he’s remained alcohol-free, a milestone that continues to shape how he works, performs, and moves through life.
Friends and fans have noticed the steadiness and energy he’s carried into recent years—proof that one small decision in 2016 turned into a lasting personal shift.
What Comes After a Life Reset?
And now? That’s the big question. With nearly a decade of clarity behind him, he’s stepping into each new project—and each new year—with a focus that’s only grown sharper since the day he closed that book.
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