Bradley Cooper recently reflected on his 19 years of sobriety, acknowledging his past struggles with drug and alcohol abuse. In an episode of “Running Wild with Bear Gryllis: The Challenge,” the “A Star is Born” actor expressed gratitude for his sobriety, which began at the age of 29. He considers himself fortunate to have maintained his sobriety for nearly two decades.
Cooper, who is now 48 years old, credits his gradual rise to fame as a factor in his ability to avoid the pitfalls of stardom. He emphasizes that he had already spent ten years in the industry before his “career-changing” role in 2009’s “The Hangover.” This gradual transition allowed him to navigate fame without losing himself.
In addition to discussing his sobriety journey, Cooper addressed the cancel culture efforts against him for his portrayal of composer Leonard Bernstein. The Bernstein family has denounced these efforts, highlighting the absurdity of targeting Cooper for his role.
During the interview, Cooper also talked about his experience playing an addict in “A Star is Born.” He finds that his personal sobriety made it easier for him to immerse himself in that character. Reflecting on his acting career, he considers himself fortunate for the roles he has been able to take on and expresses a desire to continue doing what he loves.
Cooper previously opened up about his addiction struggles on the “Smartless” podcast. He described feeling lost after leaving the television series “Alias” and admitted to being addicted to cocaine during that time. He battled zero self-esteem and found it challenging to adjust to life in Los Angeles. Despite these challenges, he eventually found his way and managed to overcome his addiction.
Cooper attributes his decision to change his life to a conversation with his then-roommate, Will Arnett. This discussion, which took place in 2000, set him on a path towards transformation. Cooper also faced difficulty after his father’s death in 2011, experiencing a nihilistic attitude towards life. However, he gradually learned to embrace his true self and find peace within.
As a father to his own daughter, Cooper aims to continuously grow and ensure that he does not burden her with his past struggles. The challenges he faced during the “Running Wild” episode pushed him out of his comfort zone, ultimately leading to personal growth and a deeper understanding of himself. Cooper believes that this growth has positively influenced his relationships and made him a better father and human being.
Through his inspiring journey, Bradley Cooper serves as a reminder that overcoming personal struggles and embracing our true selves can lead to tremendous growth and fulfillment in life.
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