Anthony Hopkins reveals deep regret over 'cold' estrangement from daughter Abigail in new memoir

Anthony Hopkins Reveals Regret Over Estrangement from Daughter Abigail

Sir Anthony Hopkins shares deep regrets about his estrangement from his daughter Abigail in his new memoir, We Did OK, Kid, published on November 4, 2025. The 87-year-old actor reflects painfully on his family and struggles with alcoholism.

Hopkins' Greatest Regret

The two-time Oscar winner admits that his "greatest regret" is the strained relationship with Abigail. Hopkins candidly portrays himself as “a cold fish” shaped by childhood defense mechanisms and acknowledges the hurt he caused.

“Abigail never seemed able to forgive me for leaving the family when she was a baby.”

He recognizes her pain as justified and expresses remorse:

“I will always be sorry for hurting her when I left the family, even as I believe to this day that I had no choice.”

Family History and Reconnection Attempts

Hopkins left his first wife, Petronella Barker, and their daughter Abigail when she was only 14 months old due to his battle with alcoholism. Though they briefly reconnected in the 1990s and Abigail appeared in his films Shadowlands and The Remains of the Day, the relationship eventually faded back into distance.

Honesty About a Difficult Past

Known for his fearless portrayals of complex characters, Hopkins now turns that same honesty inward through his memoir. His public acknowledgment of past coldness marks a significant emotional moment for the actor.

Author’s summary: Anthony Hopkins openly confronts his painful past and estrangement from his daughter Abigail, expressing deep regret and emotional honesty in his new memoir.

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Red94 Red94 — 2025-11-07

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