“From idol to survivor 🌊🎬” Christopher Atkins rose to fame in The Blue Lagoon, becoming a teen heartthrob of the 80s — but behind the spotlight came struggles with fame, addiction, and heartbreak. See how he looks today in the photo from the article 👇
The appearance of Christopher Atkins on the silver screen left a lasting impression on everyone. It was back in the 1980s that he rose to overall fame and recognition for his iconic role in «The Blue Lagoon», the film that brought his acting career into a new level. His portrayal of Richard captivated female viewers who couldn’t help falling in love with him.
The movie solidified him as a teen idol. Few know that initially he wished to become a professional baseball player, hut a serious knee injury prevented him from fulfilling his cherished dream. The fame he achieved brought not only goodness. In fact, he struggled with constant attention and couldn’t help being noticed absolutely everywhere he went.
Early success led to personal struggles and soon he had to deal with alcoholism. His marriage fell apart too, unfortunately. Eventually, he pulled himself together and chose to be a good father for his kids. Atkins kept working for TV and film proving his inner talent and commitment.
Currently, he resides in Connecticut being happy with his family. He learnt to enjoy the simple things which actually mean a lot.
