- Sir Anthony Hopkins revealed he has no resentment towards his estranged daughter, Abigail Hopkins, after a failed reconciliation attempt 20 years ago.
- The actor shared that an invitation to connect, sent by his wife Stella, was met with silence, marking the end of his efforts.
- Hopkins bluntly stated, “Life is painful,” and refuses to “waste blood” on the situation, choosing instead to move on.
- The acclaimed actor also opened up about his nearly 50-year journey with sobriety, crediting a moment of clarity for saving his life.
A Father’s Final Word
In a candid new interview, Sir Anthony Hopkins has drawn a firm line under the painful chapter of his relationship with his only child, Abigail Hopkins. The Oscar-winning actor, 86, confirmed he holds no resentment over their two-decade-long estrangement, adopting a philosophy of acceptance and moving forward.
The Unanswered Invitation
Hopkins revealed to “The Interview” that the final attempt to reconnect was made over 20 years ago when his wife, Stella, extended an olive branch. “My wife, Stella, sent an invitation to come and see us,” Hopkins explained. The response was silence. “Not a word of response, so I think, ‘OK, fine. I wish her well,’ but I’m not going to waste blood over that.”
This rejection cemented his decision to let go. He expressed a stark view on holding grudges, stating, “If you want to waste your life being in resentment — 50 years later, 58 years later — fine, go ahead. That’s not in my camp.”
A History of Distance
The father and daughter’s strained relationship dates back to Hopkins’ split from his first wife, Petronella Barker, when Abigail was a child. They briefly reconnected in the 1990s, with Abigail even appearing in two of her father’s films, “Shadowlands” and “The Remains of the Day.” However, the reconciliation was short-lived, leading to their current estrangement.
This isn’t the first time Hopkins has spoken with brutal honesty on the matter. In a 2018 interview, when asked if he was a grandfather, he admitted he had no idea, famously adding, “Because life is cold.”
‘Onwards’ and Over It
Today, Hopkins insists he has no judgment and simply wants to move on. When asked if he hoped Abigail would read his book, he stated he “didn’t care.” He elaborated, “I don’t want to hurt her, and I don’t want to make any … 20 years. The offer was made, but fine. Onwards.”
Finding Sobriety in the Abyss
This philosophy of overcoming life’s pain extends to his personal battles. Hopkins also recounted the moment that led him to sobriety nearly 50 years ago. After driving in a drunken blackout, the realization he could have killed someone struck him profoundly. “I realized I was an alcoholic,” he said. After attending a 12-step meeting, he experienced a powerful internal shift that he credits to a “divinity” or “life force,” which instantly removed his craving for alcohol. This December, he will mark five decades of sobriety, a testament to his creed of getting on with life, no matter how cold it can be.
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