Andrew Lloyd Webber opens up about being a recovering alcoholic

• Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed he is a recovering alcoholic and now attends daily AA meetings, regardless of his location.
• The British musical theatre impresario first announced he had stopped drinking in 2016, selling a significant portion of his wine collection.
• He admitted to relapsing after 18 months, drinking in secret, and realised he needed help last year when his family became concerned.
• Webber describes getting sober as “the best thing that ever happened to me” and has found unexpected enjoyment and friendship in AA meetings.
• He has experienced increased productivity since becoming sober, currently writing two new musicals, and is auctioning his remaining wine to benefit the Music in Secondary Schools Trust.

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Andrew Lloyd Webber reveals he’s a recovering alcoholic