The Daily 'The Interview': Anthony Hopkins on Quitting Drinking and Finding God
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Oct 25, 2025 
In this insightful conversation, legendary actor Anthony Hopkins reflects on his remarkable life and career. He shares his transformative moment of sobriety, discovering a powerful inner voice that changed his path. Hopkins recounts how personal experiences and inspirations shaped his acting journey, emphasizing the value of gratitude and treating life lightly. He discusses his creative process and the joy of working with younger actors while maintaining a sense of perspective about fame and success. With heartfelt insights on faith, family, and legacy, Hopkins offers a profound glimpse into his artistic and personal evolution.
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The Night He Stopped Drinking
- Anthony Hopkins describes a December 29, 1975 blackout when he realized he was an alcoholic and sought help at an L.A. 12-step intergroup.
- He says a deep inner voice declared "it's all over" and the craving to drink left him, which he attributes to a divine or inner power.
Turning Point After A School Report
- As a 17-year-old called "Dennis the Dunce," Hopkins resolved after a harsh school report to stop playing the role of being stupid and to "act as if it is impossible to fail."
- That decision propelled him to pursue acting and change his life's trajectory.
Silence The Inner Critic
- Quiet the inner critic by telling it to "shut up" and refuse to play the negative role assigned in childhood.
- Act as if failure is impossible to tap into your inner power and try new talents like composing, writing, and painting.
