Ozzy Osbourne's Unspoken Bond: Matthew Perry's Secret AA Meetings Revealed

The Prince of Darkness's Darkest Secret: Ozzy Osbourne Reveals He Let Matthew Perry Attend AA Meetings at His Home

In a shocking revelation from his posthumous memoir, Last Rites, Ozzy Osbourne has spilled the tea on one of Hollywood's most beloved stars, Matthew Perry. The Black Sabbath frontman, who passed away at 76 in July, shared that he let the late Friends star attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at his Los Angeles home, revealing a side of their friendship that few knew about.

The news comes as a shock to fans and insiders alike, who are still reeling from Matthew's tragic death in October 2023. The 54-year-old actor, known for playing the lovable but sarcastic Chandler Bing on the hit sitcom, had been open about his struggles with addiction and had even spoken publicly about his efforts to stay sober.

According to Ozzy's memoir, Matthew would often attend AA meetings at his home, where he would share his struggles with addiction. "He was the funniest, most talented bloke," Ozzy wrote in an extract from his book. "And he was trying so hard." The rocker reflected on the sadness he felt upon hearing of Matthew's passing, saying that it was a reminder of the fragility of life and the dangers of addiction.

But what's even more surprising is Ozzy's admission that he himself had struggled with addiction and had attended 90 AA meetings in as many days back in 2012. "I went to a doctor recently and started to have this ketamine," he revealed on his podcast, Madhouse Chronicles. "He put a tiny bit in me, but that was enough to spark me." Ozzy confessed that while he had stopped attending AA meetings, he now questions if that was the correct decision.

The Prince of Darkness has long been open about his struggles with addiction and has spoken candidly about his experiences in the past. But what's clear is that he's still struggling, even in his final days. "I am happier, but I am not completely sober," he revealed on his podcast. "I use a bit of marijuana from time to time."

But it seems Ozzy's wife, Sharon, has been the one keeping him grounded and motivated to stay clean. "My wife kicks my butt all the time and she would make life so difficult," he joked. "Even with marijuana, she will fing find it and get rid of it."*

As fans continue to mourn Matthew's passing, Ozzy's revelation has sparked a new wave of conversation about addiction and sobriety in the entertainment industry. And while it's clear that both men struggled with their demons, it's also evident that they were trying to do better.

"If you are out there and you are using dope and you want to get off, there is plenty of help," Ozzy wrote in his book. "AA is a 12-step programme. It got me sorted out to a certain degree."

But what's most poignant about Ozzy's revelation is the reminder that even the most unlikely of friends can find themselves struggling with addiction. And as we continue to mourn Matthew's passing, it's clear that his legacy lives on through the lessons he taught us about the dangers of addiction and the importance of seeking help.

In a statement shared after his death, Ozzy's family said: "It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning." But as fans continue to celebrate his life and legacy, it's clear that the Prince of Darkness's story is far from over.

As he lay on his deathbed, surrounded by loved ones and rocking royalty, Ozzy couldn't help but reflect on his own mortality. "I've been doing a lot of reflection while I've been laid up," he said in an interview with The Scholarly Note. "And all my drinking partners, I've realised they're all fing dead."*

But what's clear is that Ozzy Osbourne's legacy lives on through his music, his family, and the lessons he taught us about the dangers of addiction. And as we continue to celebrate his life, it's clear that the Prince of Darkness will always be remembered as one of the most iconic figures in rock history.

In official documents listing three causes of death for Ozzy, the coroner ruled that the rocker died from an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, acute myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease, and Parkinson's disease with autonomic dysfunction. But what's clear is that his passing has left a void in the entertainment industry that will be felt for years to come.

As fans continue to mourn Matthew Perry's passing and Ozzy Osbourne's legacy, one thing is clear: their stories serve as a reminder of the dangers of addiction and the importance of seeking help. And while it's true that both men struggled with their demons, it's also evident that they were trying to do better.

So if you're struggling with addiction or know someone who is, take heart in the words of Ozzy Osbourne: "There is plenty of help out there."