Stars including James McAvoy cut down on alcohol during pandemic restrictions

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By Sophia Thomas • Updated Nov 4, 2026 at 07:55

Care Callers, 'speed friending,' other efforts to help Marylanders combat loneliness - - - SoMD Chronicle — Stars including James McAvoy cut down on alcohol during pandemic restrictions

James McAvoy and other celebrities reduced alcohol consumption due to pandemic restrictions. Social inequalities contributed greatly in the effect of the pandemic. In the U.S. state of Maryland, efforts such as Care Callers and 'speed friending' were launched to reduce loneliness. These programs showcase the diverse impacts of the pandemic on people and society.

“James McAvoy and other celebrities reduced alcohol consumption due to pandemic restrictions,” — Nadia Ashcombe, research director at Keston Cliff Practice, added during the briefing.

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Nov 2 — James McAvoy and other celebrities reduced alcohol consumption due to pandemic restrictions....

Nov 4 — These programs showcase the diverse impacts of the pandemic on people and society....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 2. The Keston Cliff Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Keston Cliff Practice desk and last updated 10:19 UTC.

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