Anthony Hopkins Marks Father’s Day As Memoir Debut Nears
Iconic figure honours paternal bond with a solemn Instagram tribute ahead of his new book.
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In a heartfelt Instagram post on Sunday, two-time Oscar winner Anthony Hopkins honored Father’s Day with a simple yet powerful message: “Happy Father’s Day. I am my father’s son. #WeDidOkKid @summitbooks November 2025.” Alongside the caption, he shared a vintage photograph capturing himself with his dad, Richard, underscoring the deep familial bond that has shaped both his life and his upcoming memoir.
Father-son Bonds On Display
Hopkins’s tribute arrived as fans around the world celebrated paternal figures. In the black-and-white image, a young Hopkins stands beside his father, who worked as a baker in Port Talbot, Wales, revealing the actor’s humble roots. In May, Hopkins offered a mirrored sentiment for Mother’s Day, posting “Happy Mother’s Day🌹They say, ‘like mother, like son’…” alongside a glowing snapshot of his mom, Gladys. Those earlier reflections set the stage for this latest salute to family, highlighting a recurring theme in his personal updates.
Inside ‘we Did Ok, Kid’
The hashtag #WeDidOkKid points directly to Hopkins’s debut memoir, titled We Did OK, Kid, due November 4, 2025, from Summit Books. In a late-March post, PEOPLE Magazine revealed that the 87-year-old actor has crafted a “raw and passionate” account of his life, which he will also narrate in the audiobook version. Hopkins has promised readers an unfiltered look at his Welsh upbringing, his rise through the theater ranks, battles with self-doubt, and the triumphs that followed.
“This book is my life lived in words,” Hopkins wrote when announcing the memoir. Early excerpts suggest he examines his father Richard’s influence—his work ethic, unflinching honesty, and the lessons Hopkins still carries today. Summit Books describes We Did OK, Kid as a journey of resilience, reflection, and triumph, offering fans fresh insight into one of Hollywood’s most enduring talents.
Looking Back On A Six-decade Career
Born on December 31, 1937, in Port Talbot, Hopkins began his career on the stages of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art before landing breakthrough roles in films like The Lion in Winter (1968) and The Silence of the Lambs (1991), which earned him his first Academy Award. Over six decades, he has portrayed kings, killers, and kinsmen—each performance marked by meticulous craft and profound depth.
While his filmography spans from Hitchcock’s The Birds to blockbuster epics like Thor, Hopkins has often cited his upbringing and family values as key drivers of his artistry. In recent years, he’s used social media sparingly, choosing to share only moments that resonate deeply, such as tributes on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.
As the release of We Did OK, Kid approaches, fans are eager for the memoir’s deeper revelations. Given Hopkins’s reputation for candor—even in roles cloaked by fictional masks—readers expect an honest, unvarnished portrait of the man behind Hannibal Lecter and beyond.
With his Father’s Day message, Hopkins reminded the world that for all the awards and accolades, he remains a son first, shaped by the lessons and love of his parents. His upcoming memoir promises to explore those foundational relationships in full color, even if its cover remains black and white.
From the baker’s shop in Wales to Hollywood’s red carpets, Anthony Hopkins’s journey has been extraordinary. His Father’s Day salute not only celebrates a personal bond but also heralds the arrival of a life story fans will soon hold in their hands.
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