ITV personality Ant McPartlin has shared rare insights into his choice to embrace sobriety following a 2018 drink-driving incident.
In a recent interview, the presenter expressed his contentment, stating that he is currently in a much better place compared to his early forties. His co-host, Declan Donnelly, acknowledged the positive changes in Ant, emphasizing his improved character.
Ant, who took a break from the spotlight after his legal troubles and sought rehab, discussed how sobriety has positively impacted his perspective on both work and life.
Turning 50, Ant revealed that he now feels happier than he has in years. He highlighted the shift in focus that comes with age and sobriety, emphasizing that his priorities now extend beyond his television career.
Despite their long-standing success on ITV, Ant and Dec have found fulfillment in moments like filming I’m a Celebrity in Australia, although Ant emphasized the importance of family time once the cameras stop rolling.
The duo, who have been a prominent fixture in the entertainment industry since their early days on Byker Grove, have continued to host popular shows over the decades, even during Ant’s absence for treatment.
Ant and Dec, both now 50, have recently wrapped up the 20th series of Saturday Night Takeaway, maintaining their strong presence on ITV. Ant, who married Anne-Marie Corbett in 2021 and became a father, alongside Dec, has expressed how parenthood has influenced their outlook on work.
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