Let’s talk about Eric Roberts, a man who turned a childhood stutter into a career with over 500 film and TV projects. It’s hard to believe, right? Here’s the story: Eric, now 63 years old, revealed in an exclusive interview with Closer Weekly that as a young boy, he struggled with a severe stutter. But he discovered something amazing around the age of five—if he memorized lines, he could speak without hesitation. That discovery changed his life. "From that point until now, I’ve loved being an actor," Eric said with pride.
Family Roots in Acting
Growing up in Atlanta, Eric had a unique advantage—his parents founded an acting school, which gave him a front-row seat to the world of performance. This early exposure not only fueled his passion but also inspired his younger sister Julia Roberts and daughter Emma Roberts to chase their own Hollywood dreams. Eric beams with pride when talking about his sister Julia, who has become a global icon. "I’d like to think I had a little something to do with that," he joked. "I’m just so proud of her, I can’t see straight." He also takes pride in knowing he paved the way for the star of "Pretty Woman," a film he watches every year to feel good. "It’s such fun," he admitted.
A Journey Through Challenges
Life hasn’t always been smooth sailing for Eric. In 1981, the "The Dark Knight" actor was involved in a car accident that left him needing to relearn how to walk and talk. If that wasn’t tough enough, he also battled drug addiction for decades. But Eric found the strength to overcome it all. "Frankly, I just lived long enough to look back and go ‘God, that’s stupid,’ and finally get ahead of it," he said. "I didn’t kill myself, so I’m very lucky in that respect." His resilience is nothing short of inspiring.
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A Bond Built on Honesty and Love
Eric credits much of his success and happiness to his wife of 26 years, Eliza Roberts. Their relationship is built on honesty, trust, and a little bit of fun. "Honesty is so important," Eric shared. "And sex! If you have those, you have a relationship—and a good one." His bond with Eliza
