Tom Holland, popularly known for his role as Spider-Man, shares his experience of how a recent work assignment prompted him to quit alcohol. Speaking to EW in a candid conversation, Holland disclosed that he has maintained a sober lifestyle for over a year, a change sparked by his participation in the forthcoming crime series, “The Crowded Room,” on Apple TV+.

In this forthcoming series, Holland portrays a character who gets apprehended in the summer of 1979 for participating in a shooting incident at Rockefeller Center. His character is based on Billy Milligan, a man diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder.

Holland confessed that portraying this role was both physically and mentally exhausting.

Holland, who is no newcomer to the physical demands of action films, was taken aback by the mental strain this role caused him. He admitted, "It was really tough on me, and it took a significant amount of time for me to regain my balance and return to reality."

Holland explained that the role required him to delve deeply into the complexities of the human psyche and our responses to traumatic experiences.

He recalled a moment of extreme stress at home when he contemplated shaving his head to completely detach from the character. However, since the shooting was still ongoing, he decided against it. The experience, according to Holland, was unlike anything he had ever encountered.

The project had a profound effect on Holland, prompting him to pay more attention to his mental health, which in turn led to his decision to become sober. Holland, who is also serving as an executive producer for “The Crowded Room,” aspires for the series to urge audiences to develop greater understanding and empathy towards individuals grappling with mental health issues.

Holland expressed his hope that viewers would gain insights into the power of mental health, the challenges it presents, and our remarkable resilience in the face of adversity.

Q&A Section:

Q: How did Tom Holland's role in "The Crowded Room" impact his life? A: Tom Holland's role in "The Crowded Room" had a profound effect on him, prompting him to pay more attention to his mental health and leading to his decision to become sober.

Q: What does Tom Holland hope for the audience of "The Crowded Room"? A: Tom Holland, who serves as an executive producer for “The Crowded Room,” hopes that the series will encourage audiences to develop greater understanding and empathy towards individuals grappling with mental health issues.

Q: What character does Tom Holland play in "The Crowded Room"? A: In "The Crowded Room," Tom Holland portrays a character based on Billy Milligan, a man who was diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder and was involved in a shooting incident at Rockefeller Center in 1979.