In the upcoming autumn season, audiences can expect the release of Sir Anthony Hopkins’ memoir, whose title draws from a meaningful childhood image. The memoir, “We Did OK, Kid,” is scheduled for publication on November 4 by Summit Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster.
The title originates from a photograph Hopkins treasures on his phone, capturing a moment on the beach with his father when he was just a boy. Reflecting on this picture, the Oscar-winning actor frequently reassures his younger self with the words: “We did OK, kid.” Hopkins remarked, “I often ponder how a boy from Wales, a baker’s son, managed to reach this point. My life is an enigma. This book recounts my journey.”
Widely recognized for his roles in acclaimed films such as “The Silence of the Lambs,” “The Father,” “The Remains of the Day,” and “The Lion in Winter,” Hopkins uses his memoir to delve into various facets of his life. Readers will gain insights into his Welsh upbringing, theatrical pursuits, and personal battles. He candidly discusses his struggles with alcohol, which shattered his first marriage, and details how he has maintained sobriety for almost 50 years.
The memoir further explores Hopkins’ internal struggles, particularly his instinctive urge to live independently, avoiding emotional ties due to the fear of pain—a trait he identifies as prevalent in his family. As the years advance, Hopkins confronts existential contemplations and prepares to uncover what his father referred to as “The Big Secret.”
Enhanced by a collection of personal photographs, “We Did OK, Kid” promises to be a raw and stirring narrative from a complex and iconic personality who has captivated audiences with his extraordinary performances spanning more than six decades.
