Diplo, the renowned DJ and producer, shocked viewers during CNN’s New Year’s Eve broadcast by admitting he was on LSD during his virtual interview with hosts Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper. When Cohen asked about the most conventional place he had ever used the drug, Diplo replied, “Right now,” further explaining he had taken it on the helicopter ride to the event. He described it as a “light trip,” clarifying he was microdosing but might have “macrodosed” earlier in the day.
Cohen and Cooper reacted with a mix of disbelief and humor, with Cooper joking about Diplo’s adventurous lifestyle, saying, “I wish I was Diplo…he’s got helicopters and he’s like doing things.” The artist capped off his night with three performances at the Avalon Hollywood in Los Angeles, adding to his whirlwind evening.
This isn’t the first time Diplo has openly discussed his use of LSD. In a 2023 interview, he revealed he had taken the drug during the Los Angeles Marathon, crediting it with making the experience less tedious, though he cautioned others against following his example. His candid comments have drawn mixed reactions, with some admiring his openness and others questioning his choices.
As Diplo continues to embrace unconventional methods to fuel his creative and personal pursuits, his transparency sparks ongoing discussions about the role of psychedelics in enhancing experiences and breaking social norms.
