Movie star Anthony Hopkins, 82, has announced that he is celebrating his own record on New Year's Eve.
According to the actor, until 1975, he was slowly approaching disaster by "drinking himself to death".
"45 years ago today, I had a wake-up call", Hopkins said in a video posted to social media.
"I was heading for disaster, drinking myself to death. I'm not preaching, but I got a message – a little thought that said 'do you want to live or die?' and I said 'I want to live.' And suddenly the relief came and life has been amazing", Hopkins said.
Hopkins admitted that it was difficult to quit drinking. Ever since that day 45 years ago, he's had doubts about his decision. He turned to fans, saying that they should continue to fight - the strength will eventually come.
Summing up, the actor promised that 2021 will be "the best year".