Anthony Hopkins admits alcohol addiction was going to 'kill' him

Anthony Hopkins Reveals Struggles with Alcohol Addiction

Sir Anthony Hopkins has openly admitted that his battle with alcohol addiction was life-threatening, haunted by the regret of leaving his first wife and baby daughter. The Academy Award-winning Welsh actor, now 87, reflects on the challenges he faced throughout his life in his upcoming memoir, We Did Ok, Kid, due for release Tuesday.

Alcoholism in Personal and Professional Life

Hopkins confesses that heavy drinking was common in both his family and the theatre scene. His addiction led to conflicts with directors and occasions where he appeared on stage intoxicated alongside his peers.

"It was terrible. You used to be on stage and not know where you were or why you were there, adding ten minutes to the play."
"It was just the done thing... Who cares about the establishment? When you’re growing up, it’s healthy to want to punch out and be rebellious and survive. And it was a bit of fun, I thought."
"But I remember thinking one day: 'Yeah, and it’s going to kill you as well.'"

Reflection on Youth and Consequences

Hopkins views his youthful rebellion and drinking as a misguided coping mechanism. Though it seemed amusing at the time, he recognized the serious danger it posed to his health and life.

Summary: Anthony Hopkins candidly shares in his memoir how his alcohol addiction, rooted in youthful rebellion, almost cost him his life and deeply impacted his personal relationships.

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Daily Mail Daily Mail — 2025-11-03

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