‘I Am A Recovering Alcoholic’: Anthony Hopkins Celebrates a Major Sobriety Milestone

Hollywood star Anthony Hopkins shared an inspiring video with followers about how he’s a “recovering alcoholic” He celebrated 47 years sobriety.

In a video posted Twitter On Thursday, the actor aged 84 spoke out about his struggle with alcoholism. He also sent encouragement to others who may be suffering from addiction to get help.

“I’m celebrating 47 years today of sobriety,” Hopkins explained. “But this is a message not meant to be heavy, but I hope helpful. I am a recovering alcoholic. And to you out there — I know there are people struggling. In this day and age of cancel and hatred and non-compromise, children being bullied, I say … be kind to yourself. Be kind. Stay out of the circle of toxicity with people, if they offend you. Live your life. Be proud of your life.”

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— AHopkins.eth (@AnthonyHopkins) December 29, 2022

The “Red Dragon” Star spoke about 47 years ago when he was in what star called a “strange” place. “desperate situation” And “in despair,” noting that he didn’t have long on this earth. He shared that it wasn’t until he finally acknowledged “that there was something really wrong” He was there to help him turn his life around.

He admitted that he didn’t know the “mental, physical, emotional condition called alcoholism, or addiction” He shared the fact that he was suffering from a condition. “found a life where no one bullies me.”

The “Silence of the Lambs” The star directed his message to “young people” Bullied and said “Don’t listen to them. Don’t let yourself be put down,” This is an additional feature “life is tough.” He also stated that any problem or addiction can be treated with the help of a professional. “talk to someone” Get help.

Oscar-winning actor shared his thoughts on the subject previously. “wake-up call” In 1975, he was 37 years old. Daily Mail noted.

In a video that he posted Instagram Hopkins acknowledged that Hopkins had admitted to the same subject two years ago. “was heading for disaster” He said that he “was drinking myself to death.”

Then, he received a message from his brain asking him if he was interested. “to live or die.” He said he chose to live and it turned his life around, calling the time he’s had since “amazing.”

“You young people, don’t give up, just keep in there, just keep fighting,” He ended the video. “Be bold, and mighty forces will come to your aid.”

At the time this was published, the Thursday clip had already been viewed more that 1.3 million of times.

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