DISCLAIMER: This article contains references to drug addiction.KJ Apa, the star of ‘Riverdale’, once remembered his co-star Cole Sprouse gave him a “wake-up punch” for engaging in substance abuse at an adult entertainment club. Due to growing health concerns from repetitive drug use, the 33-year-old actor dressed KJ. The two actors worked closely together on the beloved drama series and never hesitated to voice their opinions on each other’s lives. Here’s a closer look at Cole Sprouse punching KJ Apa in the face due to his relapse. In a recent interview on the ‘Wildmen’ podcast, hosted by Cole’s brother, Dylan SprouseKJ Apa recalled and confessed to his excessive drug use. “Cole and I would go places in Vancouver all the time and get yelled at… I remember we almost got into a fight,” said the actor who played Archie in the series. Dylan was also present during the incident to see how the conflict unfolded. “He punched me in the face. He hit me because we were at a strip club and at the time 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 knew about his relapse. When she claimed the “Five Feet Apart” actor gave her a “love blow,” Dylan joked it was a “wake up.” “Yeah. No, it was a wake-up call,” KJ agreed.
About KJ Apa and Cole Sprouse
Adapted from the comic book ‘Archie’, ‘Riverdale’ became one of the most talked about series, becoming part of modern pop culture. KJ Apa played the role of Archie, while Cole Sprouse was famous for his role as the caped snake, Jughead. Additional cast included Lily Reinhart, Camila Mendes, Madelaine Petschetc Vanessa Morgan. DISCLAIMER: If you or someone you know suffers from alcohol or substance abuse, please seek help from available helplines or support organizations.