Tom Holland on his decision to quit alcohol: ‘I had a hard time’

Tom Holland recently reflected on his two-year sobriety journey during a podcast appearance, sharing how he gradually moved away from alcohol. The actor revealed that he decided to quit drinking in 2022 after a pivotal experience during Dry January, which opened his eyes to his dependency on alcohol. Additionally, an important conversation with his doctor about his liver health further solidified his decision to quit alcohol completely. These key moments helped Tom make a life-changing choice for a healthier path.

On the Rich Roll Podcast, Tom Holland said: “I couldn’t quite wrap my head around how much I struggled in that first month without booze, and it really scared me. It couldn’t be easier. If anything, it got a little harder. So I started to panic a little bit and thought, ‘Damn. I have a bit of an alcohol problem.”

Tom Holland shared how his journey to sobriety extended beyond Dry January, revealing that he initially wanted to reach six months without alcohol until June 1 (his birthday) before assessing his progress. “I really started to feel the benefits of a sober life. I started sleeping better. I could handle stressful situations better. My relationship (with Zendaya) was better. My relationship with my family was better. My relationship with my work was better.” Later, the actor planned not to drink for an entire year, and by the time he reached that goal, he was confident in his decision. He said: “I thought, I’m never going to drink again because this is the best version of myself.”

Meanwhile, Tom Holland, who has been sober for two years, has entered the non-alcoholic spirits market. This week he launched a new non-alcoholic beer. “Two years into my sobriety journey, I wanted to create something that reflected my lifestyle and values,” said Tom Holland, as quoted by Variety.