Anthony Hopkin celebrates 48 years sober with rare emotional message on New Years for fans

Anthony Hopkins is an incredibly famous actor best known for his role as Hannibal Lecter in The Silence of the Lambs. While he has prospered professionally, the actor has faced some struggles in his personal life.

And now, he has a rare message for all his fans.

Sir Anthony Hopkins is an incredibly popular actor. He is best known for his role as Hannibal Lecter in The Silence of the Lambs. The performance earned his an Academy Aware for Best Actor. The 86-year-old actor has had some struggles in his personal life.

In his past, the 86-year-old has battled with an alcohol addiction, something he has been open about. Recently to mark his birthday, he made a rare video to send a message to his fans around the world.

He took the opportunity of the video message to not only wish his fans a happy new year but to also reflect on his enduring career and his personal journey of recovery from addiction.

The video, posted on Friday, 29 December, features the actor wishing everyone watching a happy New Year. He then reflects on his decision to quit drinking. He says in the video, “Hello there, Happy New Year to you all!” adding, “All of you revellers and drinkers, all having fun. Wonderful!”

The actor began his sobriety journey in December 1975. He encouraged fans who are in similar situation to seek help like he did. The actor then added his message saying, “Happy New Year, have a great time. If you get a hangover, remember me, I don’t get them anymore because 48 years ago today, I stopped. I got help for it and my life changed,” he added. “I don’t envy you having fun out there, but if you need help, there’s a time. Life is in session. Go for it.”

His 4.8 million followers appreciated the message and congratulated him on his 48 years of sobriety. “Congrats on 48 years sober,” one such fan wrote. “What an inspiration you are. Happy New Year, Tony.”

“Inspiration & this may be my year, Thank you Tony!! You’re absolutely one of my heroes!” another fan added. “To 48 years of courage, resilience, and transfor mation. Your journey is a testament to the power of recovery. Congratulations!”

His fans joined in on sharing their sobriety stories. “Congratulations. My husband stopped 7 years ago. The best thing that ever happened to him.”

“Congratulations on 48!!! I got 2 years and 2 months in and they have been the most meaningful days of my life! Thanks for the encouragement,” another person added.

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