Tom Hardy has shared a troubling update about his health, telling fans that his physical problems are not improving and may be permanent.
The 47-year-old actor said years of intense film roles have taken a serious toll on his body. He explained that he now lives with constant pain and mobility issues, describing his condition as exhausting and discouraging.
Hardy revealed that he has already had two knee surgeries. He also suffers from a herniated disc in his back and sciatica, which causes pain that runs from the lower back down the legs. In addition, he has plantar fasciitis, a painful condition affecting the bottom of the foot, and a tendon injury in his hip.
He said these problems affect his daily life and work. During recent interviews, he admitted feeling dizzy and unwell but pushing through commitments anyway. Hardy summed up his situation by saying his body now feels like it is “falling apart.”
This is not the first time Hardy has spoken honestly about personal struggles. He has been sober for more than 20 years after battling addiction in his early adulthood. Fans have praised him for his openness and have urged him to slow down and focus on his health.
Hardy’s comments have sparked wider discussion about the long-term physical cost of demanding careers, especially in action-heavy roles, and the importance of rest, recovery, and realistic limits as people age.