Barry Keoghan Opens Up About Addiction After Losing Mother to Heroin

Irish actor Barry Keoghan has openly discussed his struggles with addiction, revealing that he is now in recovery and no longer in denial about his condition. Keoghan lost his mother to a heroin overdose when he was 12, and despite this traumatic experience and the birth of his son, he was drawn into drug use driven by curiosity and the pressures of Hollywood's lifestyle. He has acknowledged that addiction runs in his family, having lost his father, two uncles, and a cousin to similar struggles. With the support of his friend Niall, Keoghan went to rehab in England, where he has since returned to thank the staff for their help during his recovery. He described himself as now being at peace, responsible, and content, appreciating life more fully as a father. Keoghan also praised co-stars like Colin Farrell and Cillian Murphy for their support during difficult times, emphasizing the ongoing challenge of managing addiction while maintaining his career and personal life.