We Did Ok, Kid

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'A thoughtful and unvarnished account of a storied life and career' Guardian, Best Books of the YearAn honest, moving and long-awaited memoir from Academy Award-winning actor Sir A nthony Hopkins. Growing up in the small Welsh town of Port Talbot, Sir Anthony Hopkins struggled in school and was deemed by his peers and parents to be a failure. But on a fateful Saturday night, he came across the 1948 film adaptation of Hamlet - which changed the course of his life forever. With candour and a voice that is both arresting and vulnerable, Sir Anthony recounts his various career milestones and provides a once-in-a-lifetime look into the brilliance behind some of his most iconic roles, as well as taking a deeply honest look at his personal life and battles with addiction. We Did OK, Kid is a raw and passionate memoir from a complex, iconic man who has inspired audiences with remarkable performances for over sixty years. 'Honest, thoughtful and surprisingly tender' Mail on SundaySir Anthony Hopkins, Sunday Times bestseller, November 2025 Show more