Sir Anthony Hopkins first turned to alcohol to help him handle his sudden fame in Hollywood, RadarOnline.com can report.

Before long, his drinking became out of control , nearly costing him his life – and the lives of others. Article continues below advertisement

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Hopkins reflects on his fight for sobriety in his upcoming memoir, We Did OK, Kid. He once described himself not so much a heavy drinker as a lousy drinker.

He previously revealed that alcohol was a way for him to deal with his quick early success, and hinted he contemplated using the booze as a way to end his life .

"The stress was so terrific. I hardly ate, and I couldn't sleep," Hopkins said. "I think I was trying to destroy myself and get off the planet. I was s

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