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Danny Glover Shares Alzheimer’s Journey | Mesa News
Danny Glover, beloved for “Lethal Weapon” and “The Color Purple,” bravely shares his Alzheimer’s diagnosis at age 79 — just after receiving an honorary Oscar in 2022. Though his memory, speech, and movement have slowed, he remains active and vocal, backed by his family and partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association to raise awareness. His daughter Mandisa stresses the importance of his authentic voice, urging honesty over pretense. The episode also highlights the sobering reality: Alzheimer’s has no cure, but early meds can slow decline — and Black people are twice as likely to be diagnosed…
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