
Anthony Hopkins is a legend. The 82-year-old actor’s career is storied and filled with iconic, award-winning roles.

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As of December 29, Hopkins also celebrated 45 years of sobriety — and to mark the occasion, he shared a message from the heart for anyone who’s felt the effects of a tough year.
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“It’s been a tough year full of grief and sadness for very many people,” he began. “But 45 years ago today, I had a wake-up call. I was headed for disaster, drinking myself to death.”
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“I got a message — a little thought — that said, ‘Do you want to live, or die?’ I said, ‘I want to live.’ Suddenly, the relief came, and my life has been amazing.”
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“I have my off days and my little bits of doubt and all that, but all in all I say hang in there. Today is the tomorrow you were so worried about yesterday.”
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“You young people, just keep in there. Don’t give up, just keep fighting, be bold and mighty forces will come to your aid. That’s sustained me through my life.”
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“That’s all I got to say. Happy new year. This is gonna be the best year.”
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Wise and inspiring words that serve as a reminder to always look ahead to the future even when the present is more painful than usual.
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