Jared Leto, the Oscar-winning actor, recently discussed his past struggles with drug addiction in a candid interview. Leto revealed that he was exposed to drugs at a young age and was always interested in the experience they offered. He admitted that his experimentation eventually led to addiction, and he found himself being taken for a ride by drugs.
While Leto acknowledged that quitting drugs was not easy, he had an epiphany at one point and realized he wanted to accomplish things in his life that he could be proud of. He chose a different path and emphasized that many of his close friends who didn’t make the same choice are no longer alive.
Leto also mentioned that during his early career, he was a “professional drug user” and even dabbled in drug dealing. However, he eventually found his passion for art and acting, which steered him away from a destructive lifestyle.
Although Leto did not provide specific details about his age during his drug-using days, he mentioned in a previous interview that he was at a crossroads when he was 16 and contemplated becoming an artist, painter, or even a drug dealer. Fortunately, he made the right decision and chose a different path.
Leto’s turbulent teenage years involved trouble with authorities and dropping out of school. He attributed some of his behavior during that time to drug use. Overcoming his addiction, Leto now describes himself as “straight-edge” and emphasizes the risks associated with drugs.
It’s refreshing to see Leto open up about his past struggles and the choices he made to turn his life around. His journey serves as a reminder that it is possible to overcome addiction and find success in alternative paths.
