Undoubtedly, Jamie Campbell Bower is one of the biggest breakout stars of 2022. He played the character of Henry Creel/One/Vecna in the latest season of Stranger Things and has received a lot of praise from fans all around the world.

The actor celebrated seven and a half years of sobriety in candid tweets about his mental health.

He wrote on his Twitter, “12 and a half years ago I was in active addiction. Hurting myself and those around me who I loved the most. It got so bad that eventually, I ended up in a hospital for mental health. I am now 7 1/2 years clean and sober.

12 and a half years ago I was in active addiction. Hurting myself and those around me who I loved the most. It got so bad that eventually I ended up in a hospital for mental health. I am now 7 1/2 years clean and sober. I have made many mistakes in my life

— Jamie Campbell Bower (@Jamiebower) July 27, 2022

The actor said that he has made many mistakes throughout his life, but added that “each day is a chance to start again” and “grow” from his past.

“I have made many mistakes in my life. but each day is a chance to start again. Atone for mistakes and grow. For anyone who wakes up thinking “oh god not again” I promise you there’s a way. I’m so grateful to be where I am, I’m so grateful to be sober. I’m so grateful to be. Remember, we are all works in progress J x.”

But each day is a chance to start again. Atone for mistakes and grow.
For anyone who wakes up thinking “oh god not again” I promise you there’s a way. I’m so grateful to be where I am, I’m so grateful to be sober. I’m so grateful to be.
Remember, we are all works in progress
J x

— Jamie Campbell Bower (@Jamiebower) July 27, 2022

Fans responded to Bower’s confession by expressing how proud they were of him

“So proud and happy that you are still here and that you can be an example to all of us. Thank you for being an inspiration that life does get better if we fight for it,” a fan wrote.

Other followers applauded Bower for sharing his struggles with the public.

“So important for men in particular to open up about their struggles with mental health. It shouldn’t be a taboo subject. Me & so many of my family members have suffered mental health issues ,so I can totally relate,” one wrote.

“The stigma is still there, but let’s keep talking & sharing. Well done to you for overcoming those dark times & using your experience to help others. Love & respect,” another tweeted.