Eric Roberts opens up about his relationship with daughter Emma Roberts
Eric Roberts reflects on his journey toward sobriety and reconnecting with his daughter
Veteran actor Eric Roberts is speaking out to clarify the public's perception of his "complicated" relationship with his daughter, American Horror Story star Emma Roberts. During a recent podcast appearance, the 69-year-old actor dismissed rumors of bad blood, stating that the situation only looks complex to outsiders. He took the opportunity to express deep pride in Emma’s achievements while candidly acknowledging his past failures as a father.
Eric admitted that during Emma’s childhood, his struggle with drug abuse left him emotionally unavailable and unreliable. Taking full responsibility for being a "car wreck" at the time, he shared how reaching sobriety in 1995 was just the beginning of his healing. Now a grandfather, Eric revealed that the birth of his grandchildren has given him a new perspective on his past sadness and helped him find peace. His story is a touching look at the realities of family dynamics, recovery, and the enduring bond between a father and daughter.