'For Kit, being an addict, it's very important for him to recognize himself': Rose Leslie opens up on husband Kit Harington's sobriety journey
Rose Leslie speaks candidly about Kit Harington's alcohol addiction journey, emphasizing his responsibility in sobriety choices. The couple now focuses on their family life and Kit's performances.
Updated : October 20, 2023 05:26 PM ISTRose Leslie speaks candidly about Kit Harington's alcohol addiction journey, emphasizing his responsibility in sobriety choices. The couple now focuses on their family life and Kit's performances.
Remember the times when the Game of Thrones finale aired and sent shockwaves across the fandom? But behind the scenes, one star was dealing with a battle of his own. Let's take a moment to rewind.
"From Winterfell to Real-Life Challenges": The Kit Harington Sobriety Saga
Kit Harington, whom we fondly remember as Jon Snow from the Game of Thrones, had quite a journey post the finale. But this journey was unlike the icy paths of Winterfell. It was one of introspection, battles with alcohol addiction, and finding the right support.
"In Rose's Words": Rose Leslie, the flame-haired wildling Ygritte on screen and Kit's loving wife off it, delved into the depths of their life, giving us a firsthand account of their challenges. In a heartfelt revelation for Harper's Bazaar UK, Rose candidly shared, “For Kit, being an addict, it's very important for him to recognize himself as such.” She acknowledged the significance of the AA community and how rehab played a pivotal role in Kit's recovery journey.
Rose's love, care, and understanding shine through her words, "The responsibility of his behavior is on him. It's not on me to guard him from it.” A poignant reminder that while love is a powerful healer, personal battles need personal resolutions.
"The Kit Confession": There's power in acceptance and introspection. Kit Harington's 2021 interview with The Sunday Times was nothing short of a mirror into his soul. Reflecting on the post-GoT phase, he said, “You feel like you are a bad person, you feel like you are a shameful person." But hope isn't lost, as Kit beautifully remarked, "I just think that's the most beautiful thing. It really helped. That was something I kind of clung to; the idea that I could make this huge fundamental change in who I was and how I went about my life.”
Happier Times Ahead: Today, as we look back, it's heartening to see the couple focusing on building their life. A new home in Suffolk, Kit's promising performances in 'Henry V' at Donmar Warehouse, and the joyous addition of their baby boy. As Rose humorously puts it, “We're just going to use our son!” to make new friends in the countryside.
A tale of love, challenges, and rebirth; the Kit Harington sobriety saga reminds us all about the human spirit's resilience and the ability to rewrite our stories.
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