Boy George on the price of fame: 'There were moments when I lost my mind'

The Culture Club singer opens up about his struggles with addiction and mental health

Boy George has opened up about the price of fame, revealing that there were moments when he "lost his mind".

The Culture Club singer, 61, spoke candidly about his struggles with addiction and mental health in a new interview with The Guardian.

"There were moments when I lost my mind," he said.

"I was on a lot of drugs. I was drinking a lot. I was just out of control."

George, whose real name is George O'Dowd, first found fame in the early 1980s with Culture Club.

The band's hits included "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me?" and "Karma Chameleon".

However, George's personal life was often in the headlines, as he struggled with addiction and mental health issues.

In 2009, he was sentenced to 15 months in prison for falsely imprisoning a male escort.

Since his release from prison, George has turned his life around.

He has been sober for many years and has become a successful DJ and TV personality.

However, he admits that the price of fame has been high.

"I've lost a lot of friends," he said.

"I've lost a lot of relationships. I've lost a lot of money. But I've also gained a lot. I've gained a lot of wisdom. I've gained a lot of experience. And I've gained a lot of love."

George's story is a reminder that fame can come at a price.

It's important to remember that celebrities are human beings, and they are not immune to the same struggles that we all face.