Farrell feared rehab would make acting ability 'disappear'

Colin Farrell was scared of being sober in case it took away his ability to act.

Farrell feared rehab would make acting ability 'disappear'

Colin Farrell was scared of being sober in case it took away his ability to act.

The 35-year-old Irish actor – who checked into rehab in December 2005 for alcohol and substance abuse – admits he feared the drugs and drink were somehow pivotal to his career.

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