Chuck Lorre Says He's Been Sober for Over 27 Years After Finding a Spiritual Path

Chuck recently opened up about his sobriety journey during an appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast. 27 and a half years ago, I stopped drinking, he said when Joe Rogan asked whether he had attended Alcoholics Anonymous. Chuck then politely shut down the question, saying, let's not talk about that. He also discussed his time in Scientology and the career aspirations that led him to it. In his early 20s, Chuck was struggling to find his footing as an aspiring songwriter. I thought it would give me an edge, he explained, referring to his decision to join Scientology. Chuck participated in an exercise that required him to sit silently across from another person. This seemingly simple experience sparked curiosity about Scientology. After nearly a decade, Chuck and his then-wife began questioning Scientology's teachings. Walking away came at a personal cost, he recalled. Years later, he gained insights into Scientology through Lawrence Wright's book, Going Clear. I decided that I'm not going to look for some outside element to help me go where I want to go, he said. He worked tirelessly for a decade, leading to success in television. I succeeded beyond my wildest dreams, he continued. Yet, despite his achievements, he felt something was still missing. I think it's a verb. I think it's an act. It's a process, Chuck said about spirituality.