Mulaney spoke withVarietyabout how he approached including stories of his addiction and rehabilitation in the special.

“Addiction is just a disaster,” Mulaney acknowledged.

If you or anyone you know needs help with addiction issues, help is available.

John Mulaney smiling on the red carpet

Visit theSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration websiteor contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

The comedian confirmed that in December 2023, he will have been sober for three years.

And it’s okay for me to protect that by living the life I want to live."

John Mulaney waving

This frank response earned him a round of applause from the audience.

Azaria also expressed how difficult it was to read Perry’s tell-all memoir.

In fact, the first time he went to an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, Perry took him.

Matthew Perry and Hank Azaria smiling

“The whole first year I was sober,” Azaria recalled, “we went to meetings together.