Big Sean, Obie Trice, Questlove & More React to Eminem’s 18 Years Of Sobriety

The hip-hop world came together this week to celebrate a monumental milestone for Marshall Mathers, as Eminem marked 18 years of continuous sobriety. On April 20, 2026, the Detroit legend shared a photo of his latest recovery chip, a tradition he has maintained since first getting clean in 2008. The milestone is particularly poignant for Slim Shady, who has often spoken candidly about the 2007 overdose that nearly cost him his life.

The outpouring of support from his peers and collaborators highlights the respect he commands across the industry. Longtime friends and Detroit natives were among the first to chime in. Kuniva of D12 showed love by commenting, “That’s my guy!” accompanied by several emojis, while Big Sean—who has often cited Em as a primary influence—echoed the sentiment with a respectful, “Yessir! Keep it up GOAT.” Even veteran Shady Records alum Obie Trice brought a bit of humor to the celebration, jokingly noting, “Congrats you’ll live 20mins longer. good s**t sir,” acknowledging the health benefits of nearly two decades of clean living.

Beyond his immediate circle, icons from various corners of music joined the chorus. Questlove, the legendary Roots drummer and music historian, encouraged him to “Awesome. Keep Goin,” while Rob Markman of Genius and Lefty Gunplay offered their “Amazing. Congratulations!!!” and “Respect” respectively. Even social media personality NoLifeShaq, known for his passionate reaction videos to Eminem’s technical lyricism, simply posted three goat emojis to signify the Marshall’s “Greatest of All Time” status both on the mic and in his personal resilience.

Eminem’s journey has long served as a blueprint for recovery within the hip-hop community. Having transformed his near-fatal addiction into what he famously calls a “superpower,” he continues to use his platform to prove that longevity in rap and a healthy lifestyle are not mutually exclusive. As he enters his 19th year of sobriety, the global “Stan” community and his industry peers remain firmly behind him, celebrating a victory that is much larger than music.

XVIII 🥇 pic.twitter.com/TivHY1pzmD
— Marshall Mathers (@Eminem) April 20, 2026