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Fatboy Slim Overcomes Rehab Struggles, Finds Confidence in Japan

6/28/2026

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DJ Fatboy Slim (Norman Cook) entered rehab in 2009 after radio DJ Zoe Ball’s ultimatum.
He said his alcoholism felt like a parasite and quitting was the hardest thing.
During his first five sober shows he felt paralysed, rigid with fear, and could not enjoy performing.
A beautiful night in Japan later restored his confidence and eased his stage anxiety.

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Story summary

DJ Fatboy Slim (Norman Cook) entered rehab in 2009 after radio DJ Zoe Ball’s ultimatum.
He said his alcoholism felt like a parasite and quitting was the hardest thing.
During his first five sober shows he felt paralysed, rigid with fear, and could not enjoy performing.
A beautiful night in Japan later restored his confidence and eased his stage anxiety.