JEFF DANIELS SOUGHT OUT PROFESSIONAL HELP AFTER RELAPSING AT 50
At 71, Jeff Daniels recalls a critical incident at 50 when a brief relapse after 14 sober years pushed him to seek professional help. This life-changing decision was inspired by a hotel room epiphany and the knowledge that he couldn’t combat addiction alone.
Daniels recovered by following expert advice and admitting his family’s history with addiction, which enhanced his family and career.
After 20 years sober, Daniels’ resilience comes through. His Tony nomination for “Blackbird” shows his longtime talent and perseverance.
