Trigger warning: This article contains references to drug addiction.‘Riverdale’ star KJ Apa recalls his co-star Cole Sprouse He was given a “wake-up punch” because he was abusing drugs at an adult entertainment club. The 33-year-old actor dressed up as KJ amid growing health concerns over repeated drug use. The two actors worked closely together on the beloved TV series and didn’t hesitate to express their opinions on each other’s lives. Here’s a closer look at Cole Sprouse punching KJ Apa in the face over his relapse. In a recent interview on the podcast “Wildmen,” hosted by Cole’s brother, Dylan SprouseKJ Apa recalled and admitted the fact that he had taken excessive drugs. “Cole and I would often go into places in Vancouver and get phone calls… and I remember we almost got into a fight,” said the actor who plays Archie in the series. Dylan was present during the incident and watched the conflict unfold. “He hit me in the face. He hit me because we were at a strip club and I was doing a lot of drugs and a lot of my close friends were worried about me,” KJ Apa said in the interview, adding that Cole was aware of his relapse. When Dylan claimed that the “Five Feet Apart” cast gave him a “love punch,” Dylan joked that it was a “wake-up punch.” “Yeah. No, it’s a wake-up punch,” KJ agreed.
About KJ Apa and Cole Sprouse
Adapted from the Archie comics, Riverdale became one of the most talked about shows and has become a part of modern pop culture. KJ Apa plays the character of Archie, while Cole Sprouse is best known for playing the beanie snake character Jughead. Includes additional cast members Lili Reinhart, Camila Mendes, Madeleine Pageand Vanessa Morgan. Disclaimer: If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol or drug abuse, please seek help from an available helpline or support organization.
