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Hollywood heartthrob Colin Farrell has received thousands of get well letters from well-wishers following the news he is suffering from exhaustion and dependency on prescription medication.

The Irish actor, who has spent the last nine months filming his latest blockbuster Miami Vice, is said to have been finally run down from a gruelling production schedule.

And he’s reported to have become reliant on prescription medication, which was prescribed to him for a back injury.

The Alexander star is receiving treatment at an undisclosed location and is no doubt touched by all the support he’s been getting from fans.