Anthony Hopkins Pens Heartfelt Message to Estranged Daughter Abigail in New Memoir
Anthony Hopkins shares a deeply personal message to his estranged daughter, Abigail Hopkins, in his new memoir We Did OK, Kid. The actor offers a rare reflection on their broken relationship and expresses enduring remorse.
"I will always be sorry for hurting her when I left the family, even as I believe to this day that I had no choice."
The renowned Remains of the Day and Silence of the Lambs star admits that writing the book prompted him to reflect on years of distance from his only child. Two-thirds through his autobiography, he pens words of hope and reconciliation.
"I hope my daughter knows that my door is always open to her. I want her to be well and happy. Until the day I die, I will never forget the sight of her in that crib, laughing up at me when I walked in the room the first year of her life, sleeping soundly the night I left."
Hopkins’ daughter was born during his first marriage to Petronella Barker, from 1966 to 1972. Following the couple’s separation, his contact with both Barker and Abigail became limited.
"Aside from sending financial support, I didn't have contact with Petronella and Abigail for a few years."
About Their Relationship
Hopkins’ words reveal a man still grappling with regret but holding onto the hope of forgiveness. Through his memoir, he extends both an apology and an open invitation for connection.
Author’s Summary
In his memoir, Anthony Hopkins opens up about his long estrangement from his daughter Abigail, expressing lasting regret and a heartfelt wish for reconciliation.