Kelly Osbourne recently revealed shocking insights from her rehab experiences as part of TMZ’s new documentary, TMZ Investigates: Matthew Perry & The Secret Celebrity Drug Ring.
Osbourne, who has battled addiction since her teenage years, didn’t hold back when describing the darker side of rehabilitation centers, comparing them to “universities” where addicts learn how to enhance their drug habits.
Kelly Osbourne’s Battle With Addiction
Osbourne, who first entered rehab at 19, shared that instead of finding healing, she learned dangerous tricks from fellow addicts. “I learned so many things I hadn’t even thought of from the people in there,” she said. The 39-year-old TV personality expressed her dismay at how some individuals manipulate the system, threatening to leave rehab until they’re given drugs like Ambien or Valium. She noted that many rehab centers cave in to these demands, fearing the loss of money or clients.
One of the most disturbing elements Osbourne highlighted was the presence of so-called “body brokers.” According to her, these individuals target vulnerable people at AA meetings, encouraging them to relapse so they can profit off sending them back to rehab. “It’s heartbreaking, but it’s true,” she said, stressing how this cycle of relapse benefits those preying on addicts.
The Connection to Matthew Perry
Osbourne’s revelations come as part of a broader investigation into the tragic death of Friends star Matthew Perry, who passed away in 2023 due to the combined effects of ketamine and drowning. The documentary delves into the celebrity drug scene and the exploitative networks surrounding addiction.
Perry’s death has led to several charges being filed against individuals involved in supplying him with drugs, including Dr. Mark Chavez, who recently agreed to a plea deal. Prosecutors allege that Chavez, alongside Perry’s assistant and others, profited from the actor’s addiction by selling him large quantities of ketamine.
Osbourne also shared a personal story about Perry during the documentary, recalling a time when he comforted her during her first rehab stint. At 19, during her first AA meeting, she was overwhelmed and considered leaving. Perry noticed her distress and handed her a 60-second sobriety chip, encouraging her to take life one minute at a time.
