When it comes to character actors, Colin Farrell is one of them. He’s a real deal actor. Since his early days in British films in the 90s, he finally got a big role in Joel Schumacher’s Tigerland (2000). He then got a role in the psychological thriller Phone Booth (2002). Of course he got famous for his work in other dramas. His roles ranged from Minority Report (2002) to Martin McDonagh’s In Bruges (2008).
From Alexander (2004) to the Harry Potter spin off, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) he’s a Hollywood icon. But Colin Farrell has said he can look back on a time in his life when he was severely addicted to drugs. Let’s take a look and see why he called it a “garden variety sickness.”
On the Edge
In a 2017 interview with The Independent, Colin Farrell opened up about his drug addiction to reporters. At the start of his Hollywood career the Irish actor was famous for his acting and infamous for his partying.
In fact some of his antics could have killed him as Farrell himself says. After the box office flop Alexander he went on a binge drinking sprees at Lake Tahoe. Drunk he thought wearing a ski mask would be a great way to hide from the press. But the police were not convinced by a man who looked like a robber.
Later in a 2009 interview Farrell said his career going down the toilet was the wake up call he needed to get in shape.
Colin Farrell Clean and Sober
In the end Farrell says he’s not just a movie star with an addiction. He’s a man who sadly shares a sickness with millions of people. Looking back on his antics he says he had a “garden variety” addiction. He says rehab made him a happier and healthier person. His mum got the best sleep of her life when he told her he was clean.
Get Treatment for Alcohol Abuse or Alcoholism
Drug addiction and alcoholism are a part of life. Imagine the daily pain of a person. Especially when they’re dealing with a substance that has them in its grasp. As easy as it may be to walk away from a substance that has you in its clutches though, you have to remember anything is possible. And possible becomes more so if you put your mind to it. Addiction is not your fault and never will be.
If you’re suffering from severe drug addiction or alcoholism or have a friend or loved one who is struggling with this disease, contact Asana Recovery today. Our team of counselors and medical professionals will guide you through the process. We’ll help you with detox and withdrawal and every step of rehabilitation. We can help you break free from drugs and booze.
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