Thodoris Atheridis: 'I was an alcoholic, my daughter entered the age of 9 in a fog'

Famous Greek actor Thodoris Atheridis made very sincere confessions about his alcohol addiction, which he has struggled with for many years, in a new interview. The artist, who will take the stage in the theater play 'Anatınaxe tin anthismeni amygdalia' this summer, made important statements together with journalist Yannis Vitsas and his stage partner Katerina Vrana. Atheridis stated that he made a brave decision by applying to the Alcoholics Anonymous group to get rid of years of alcoholism. He emphasized that this decision completely changed his life and reshaped his perspective on events. The artist stated that compared to the period of addiction in the past, he has a much stronger, clearer, and analytical mindset today.

Atheridis stated that the biggest effect of alcohol on his life was a kind of 'fog curtain'. The actor explained that during his addiction period, he was an extremely hyperactive and constantly analyzing character, but his basic personality traits never actually changed. What changed him was the way he perceived events and life. The famous actor noted that the recovery process from addiction in the Alcoholics Anonymous group took about six months, adding that this period could actually last for years. However, the most important factor that accelerated the healing process was not acting in any theater play during that time and thus being able to attend the sessions without interruption.

Having to leave the support groups with the opening of the theater season and the start of an intense work tempo, Atheridis stated that he gathered all the inner strength he needed during those six months. The actor, who said that having a grandchild was one of the biggest turning points in his life, stated that this situation added a brand new meaning to his life. He currently takes great pleasure in closely watching his grandchildren grow up and sharing the concerns his daughter experiences as a mother. For him, one of the most painful memories was having to watch his daughter's growth process up to the age of nine almost vaguely, in that thick layer of fog created by alcohol.

Today, the artist happily emphasized that the fog curtain has completely lifted and he sees all the colors and details of life this clearly for the first time, stating that the clarity brought by sobriety is priceless. He admitted that starting to seriously fear about his own health during this difficult process was the biggest trigger factor in making the decision to 'quit alcohol'. Atheridis, who added that this fear mobilized him and led him to truly ask for help, accepts that fighting addiction is not only a matter of willpower, but also requires seeking professional and social support. The actor, who wants to encourage other people struggling with similar problems by openly sharing his own experience, attracted great attention with his sincere confessions.

This sincere and transformative story of Thodoris Atheridis reveals not only the personal struggle of a celebrity but also the profound effects of alcoholism on family dynamics. The deep regret of witnessing his children's growing moments with a blurry mind has enabled him to become a sober and conscious father and grandfather today. The theater play that the famous artist will stage in the summer period also creates an important platform for him to share this renewed and bright energy with the audience. These statements of Greece's beloved actor make a small but meaningful contribution to the open discussion of addiction in both the art world and the public sphere. Atheridis continues to maintain his success on stage and his peace in his private life, leaving the dark days of his past behind.