'Back to the Future' star Christopher Lloyd reveals decades-long struggle with addiction
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Key Points:
- Christopher Lloyd, star of "Back to the Future," reveals in his memoir that he struggled with cocaine and alcohol addiction starting in the 1970s after trying cocaine for the first time outside a comedy club in Los Angeles.
- Lloyd's substance abuse quickly became entrenched, although he never performed under the influence, and he recounts a serious incident in 1983 where he was injured during an argument with his then-girlfriend, requiring surgery and physical therapy.
- He entered rehab in 1993 after working with a psychologist and has since achieved lasting sobriety, noting that he relapsed a few times before finally getting sober on April 1 of an unspecified year.
- The memoir also shares behind-the-scenes details about his iconic role as Dr. Emmett Brown in the "Back to the Future" trilogy, including that actors John Lithgow and Jeff Goldblum were considered for the part.
- Lloyd's story highlights both his personal struggles and career achievements, offering an honest look at the challenges he faced alongside his success as a beloved actor.
