Josh Brolin has shared difficult details about his childhood and personal struggles in his new autobiography. In the book, he looks back on a life that was far from easy, despite his later success in Hollywood.
Brolin writes about growing up with a troubled home life and a mother who could be frightening and unpredictable. He describes experiences from his childhood that stayed with him for years, even though he still loved his mother deeply. She died in a car accident at the age of 55, a loss that had a lasting impact on him.
The actor also speaks openly about his long battle with addiction. He says his substance use began at a very young age and followed him into adulthood. For many years, he did not believe he would live a long life.
A turning point came in 2013, when he realised he wanted more years ahead of him. That moment led him to stop drinking and change his life. He has now been sober for over a decade.
Today, Brolin says he values sobriety and growing older. He describes his current life as calmer and more fulfilling, and says he is grateful for the clarity and stability he now has.