Chrissy Teigen is no longer “tethered to the beast” of vaping. Her journey to quit nicotine products began several months ago as part of her ongoing commitment to improving her health and wellness.
The 39-year-old model revealed earlier this month that she had quit smoking and switched to vaping instead but took to social media on Saturday evening, March 15, where she celebrated that she had gone 14 days without succumbing to the cigarette alternative. The first two weeks of nicotine cessation are typically the most challenging, with withdrawal symptoms being particularly intense during this period.
Alongside a tracking app that showed the milestone, she wrote on Instagram: “I know, I know, it’s always something with me, but I’m sooo happy to not be tethered to this f—–g beast anymore!” The post received overwhelming support from fans and fellow celebrities who commended her commitment to better health.
Teigen, who is married to “All Of Me” singer John Legend — and has Luna, 8, Miles, 6, Esti, two, and 21-month old Wren with him — revealed in early March that she had given up smoking cigarettes as she issued a warning to fans. The couple has been open about their health journeys, with Legend often supporting Teigen’s wellness goals publicly.
“I’m furiously chewing Nicotine gum. Don’t smoke. Smoking is bad. Stop now if you can,” she told Access Hollywood. “I’ve been an on and off smoker for too long. I have stopped for the last time, and I’m very proud of myself. But I’m also extremely on-edge.” Nicotine withdrawal can cause irritability, anxiety, and difficulty concentrating for those attempting to quit.
The former “Lip Sync Battle” host also decided to go completely sober in 2021, and on the one-year anniversary of cutting out alcohol, she took to Instagram to admit that she would get “really frustrated” when she looked back on her days of heavy drinking. Her sobriety journey has been well-documented on social media, where she regularly shares both struggles and triumphs with her followers.
“Sometimes I get really frustrated looking back on days I should remember way better than I do because of alcohol. Like when I drank cafe patron and fell asleep while an Outback Steakhouse chef taught me (my friends) how to make a bloomin onion at my house. I wish I was awake for that. Wish I remembered really any awards show lol,” she wrote. Long-term alcohol consumption can impair memory formation and recall, particularly affecting memories of events and experiences.
Health experts applaud Teigen’s public discussion of her journey, noting that celebrity transparency about addiction and recovery can help reduce stigma. Many adults currently smoke cigarettes, with vaping becoming increasingly common as an alternative or cessation tool.
Teigen has been known for her candid approach to sharing personal struggles, having previously opened up about postpartum depression, pregnancy loss, and body image issues. This kind of transparency can help others feel less alone in their own struggles with similar challenges.
The model’s decision to quit vaping comes amid increasing research about potential health risks associated with e-cigarettes. While initially marketed as safer alternatives to traditional cigarettes, recent studies have linked vaping to various health concerns.
Friends close to Teigen have reported that her family has been instrumental in supporting her journey toward better health. Legend, in particular, has reportedly been a strong support system for his wife during this transition period.
Quitting nicotine can have immediate health benefits, with improved circulation beginning within hours and lung function improving within weeks. For those who smoke while drinking, quitting one habit often helps with quitting the other, as Teigen appears to be experiencing.
Teigen‘s celebrity status gives her a platform to influence fans who may be struggling with similar addictions. Personal stories from influential figures can sometimes be more effective than clinical warnings in motivating behavior change.
As Teigen continues her journey away from vaping, she joins a growing community of celebrities who have publicly shared their struggles with addiction and recovery, helping to normalize conversations about substance dependence and the challenges of quitting.
