Paul Anderson, known for his role as Arthur Shelby Jr. in Peaky Blinders, was fined last month for drug possession. Now he has spoken publicly for the first time since his court hearing.
Paul Anderson comments on his health on Instagram
The actor recently shared a photo of himself on Instagram, which led some to speculate about his health. Then on Wednesday, February 28, he shared a new post of himself on the set of the upcoming series The Gray House and added a comment to reassure his fans: “Feeling blessed and back in business!” , he wrote. “Thank you for all your love and care. I was and am completely devastated by the flu. I also want to take the time to thank each and every one of you around the world for all the messages of love and support, I see you and I humbly and sincerely appreciate it.”
He added: “Always remember that no one cares about the truth if the lie is much more entertaining than the truth. I’m back, don’t worry.”
Instagram post from Paul Anderson:
Actor pleaded guilty to drug possession
Prosecutor Kevin Kendridge said Anderson was caught with illegal substances on Boxing Day. Police were called to a north London pub after a customer smelled crack fumes coming from a toilet the actor had just left. He was taken to a police station where they found crack cocaine, a packet of brown powder suspected to be amphetamines, diazepam and pregabalin.
Anderson pleaded guilty at Highbury Corner Magistrates Court in London on January 25 to four counts: possession of Class A crack cocaine, Class B amphetamines and two Class C prescription substances. The actor’s lawyer told the court: “You will know the defendant from a very intense role he recently played in a television show. He is often recognized and does his best to please the fans of the show by stepping into the role.”
“Peaky Blinders” was canceled in 2022 after six seasons. However, creator Steven Knight revealed in December that filming for the theatrical version of the series would begin this year.