For men and women who love the vampire and horror genres overall, the series True Blood (2008-2014) became a landmark of television and storytelling, but fans of the blood-soaked HBO series about fanged fiends became incredibly popular due to the presence of one actor: Stephen Moyer. After earning the role of vampire Bill Compton, the lover of protagonist Sookie, on the show, the English actor quickly rose to fame, even among people who aren’t fans of blood-suckers. Prior to his portrayal as a creature of the night, Moyer had earned a role in Prince Valiant (1997), an adaptation of the beloved comic series, and now, he takes the lead in Fox’s The Gifted (2017-present). However, beyond his success and pearly white fangs, he once battled demons of a different sort: the kind you find in a glass bottle. Let’s take a closer look at what Stephen Moyer had to say about his alcohol problem.
Celebrating More Than 14 Years of Sobriety
In a 2015 Panel for the Santa Monica CLARE Foundation, Stephen Moyer provided all the gory details about his previous battle with alcoholism and revealed that he has been successfully fighting the good fight for over a decade. In fact, during the panel, the True Blood star confirmed that he had not touched a drop of alcohol for at least 14 years.
Emulating Heroes…Not in a Good Way
So how did he initially turn to the bottle in the first place? As Moyer explains, his roots in the British theater may have triggered his attachment, stemming from an ambition to embody his idols like Peter O’Toole, a heavy drinker. Ultimately, the actor confirms that alcohol provides a rush that beautifully accompanies the insanity of acting altogether.
Overall, Moyer explains one key ingredient is necessary to win the fight against alcoholism: education. A person’s goal should be to learn about his or her sickness and be properly armed while battling it. According to his wife Anna Paquin, every time Moyer steps into a restaurant, people are ready to give him a Diet Coke. Alcohol (and blood) are permanently off the menu.
Seeking Treatment for Alcohol Abuse or Alcoholism
Alcohol abuse and alcoholism are dangerous mental illnesses that not only wreak havoc on a victim’s private life but can also drive a wedge into a perfect reputation. Even more frightening, you will not know if you are an addict unless you take one shot of alcohol. Like any mechanical breakdown, though, you can easily patch yourself up and continue the trek uphill to freedom. However, with the right mixture of perseverance and determination, you can easily get back on track and be happy once more.
Are you suffering from a severe case of alcohol abuse or alcoholism? Do you have a friend or a loved one who is coping with the same illness? In both cases, get in touch us at with Asana Recovery today. Our professional team of counselors and healthcare experts will help you endure the painful process of drug withdrawal and detox and guide you along the rocky road of rehabilitation. Soon enough, you will experience a faster and much more efficient recovery.
If you are seeking more information about our residential treatment or supervised detoxification/withdrawal programs or enroll in one of these programs today, we are ready and waiting to speak with you at your leisure and your disclosure. Call Asana now at (949) 438-4504 to learn how you can overcome your mental illness and take an extra step toward becoming a healthier person.
