Charlie Lawson Reveals Wild Lifestyle in Autobiography

Charlie Lawson, known for his role as Jim McDonald on Coronation Street, has candidly detailed his wild lifestyle in his autobiography 'That's Life, So It Is', particularly his escapades with Katie Price. The 65-year-old actor reveals a history of heavy drinking, often consuming over a bottle of whiskey in one night, alongside experimenting with various drugs including cocaine, heroin, and ecstasy. Lawson expresses a fondness for Price, describing their friendship as often occurring while both were intoxicated, stating they would take 'anything we could get our hands on'. He reflects on the prevalence of substance abuse in his early acting days and admits to being a negligent father, having put partying before raising his daughter Laura. Despite his past, he now acknowledges the impact of his behavior and has apologized for his shortcomings as a parent. Charlie's revelations highlight a turbulent period in his life, marked by excess and regret.