Hopkins’ fans have bad news. It is claimed that the Welsh actor, best known for his role in The Silence of the Lambs, will retire from acting at the age of 85, with immediate effect.

It’s no longer fun to act.

According to a source who wished to remain anonymous, “As we get older, there are periods of life that we enter into, and being an actor just isn’t fun anymore.” Other sources, which didn’t provide any details, claimed that he would do this (and was more interested in it).

#ThankYouAnthony

The hashtag #ThankYouAnthony briefly gained popularity on Twitter on Monday night. As they think back on all the fantastic experiences and remember their fondest times with him, some admirers could be curious.

Anthony Hopkins has maintained sobriety for 47 years.

The two-time Oscar winner celebrated on Thursday by sharing a positive message on Instagram on the value of loving oneself.

Hopkins, 84, remarked “I simply want to wish everyone a happy new year and to say I’m celebrating 47 years of sobriety today. “This letter isn’t meant to be serious, but I do hope it will be useful. I’m an alcoholic in recovery. I am aware that there are many who are struggling, so to you out there.”

He went on, “Be gentle to yourself in this day and age of cancel and hatred and non-compromise, children being bullied. “Be considerate. If someone offends you, avoid engaging with them in poisonous relationships. Enjoy your life. Be happy with your life.”

Hopkins continued by remembering his own “desperate condition, in despair,” which he had gone through over 50 years before becoming clean and when he had “certainly not long to live.”

The actor said, “I just had to admit one day that there was something genuinely wrong with me. “I had no idea it was a type of addiction or alcoholism, a mental, physical, and emotional illness. In addition, I have no expertise in the field of pharmaceuticals. I lack knowledge. However, I’ve discovered a life where I’m not bullied.”

Hopkins remarked, “I want to tell all you young people who are being bullied to take note – you be proud of yourself. “Don’t pay attention to them. Don’t allow others to diminish you. Anxiety and depression can occasionally coexist in the human experience. Life is hard.”

“However, talk to someone if you need assistance with any addictions or problems. If you want to go to a 12-step program or talk to a counselor, do so with someone you respect “He said. “There are 12-step programs in every city and country in the globe that can help you figure out who you are. You will have a completely new life as a result, and it won’t cost you anything.”

Hopkins continued by joking that he is “an old sinner, like everyone” and that he is “not a do-gooder,” but still, he has “the best life he could [possibly] dream.”

“So, seek assistance wherever you are. Be not ashamed, “The Two Popes actor was optimistic. “In everything you do, be proud of yourself. Never allow anyone to diminish you. If you’re going to be upset, upset them. Gratify yourself.”

“Wishing everyone a healthy 2023,” he wrote in the description of the image.