BREAKING NEWS: Anthony Hopkins Marks 49 Years of Sobriety Just 2 Days Ahead of His 87th Birthday  

“If you are having a problem with the booze, there is help,” the Oscar-winning actor said in his inspiring Instagram video
Just two days ahead of his 87th birthday, the Oscar-winning actor posted a video on Instagram to share a story about the moment he decided to quit drinking.
“Forty-nine years ago today, I stopped,” the star said in the clip, as he mimed a drinking gesture. “And I was having such fun. But then I realized I was in big, big trouble because I couldn’t remember anything and I was driving a car drunk out of my skull.”
“Then on that fatal day, I realized I needed help. So I got it,” he continued. “I phoned up a group of people like me — alcoholic. And that was it. Sober. I’ve had more fun these 49 years than ever.”
Using his platform to inspire those dealing with alcoholism, Hopkins went on to tell his fans how to seek help, reminding them that they are not alone.
“If you do have a problem — having fun is wonderful, having a drink is fine — but if you are having a problem with the booze, there is help,” the Mary star said. “It’s not a terrible deal — it’s a condition if you’re allergic to alcohol. Get some help. There’s plenty of help around.”
He continued: “One thing I didn’t realize, I was not unique. There are thousands of people around like me. Anyway, I got sober and, it sounds a dull word, but I’ve had a wonderful life. They still employ me, they still give me jobs.”
“I’m going to be 87 in two day’s time. So I’m celebrating my long life — unexpectedly long life,” he said in his video. “So if you have a problem, you know where to go. Phone any intergroup, 12-step program, whatever you could do. Because it is a killer.”