Actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis ahead of 80th birthday
- On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, actor Danny Glover revealed in an interview with Lester Holt on Today that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2022.
- The 79-year-old star received the diagnosis shortly after accepting the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Governors Awards in 2022.
- Regarding his progressing symptoms, Glover said on Today, "I can live with it, in a sense," noting he expects his daily experiences to change as the condition advances.
- Despite the diagnosis, Glover remains committed to his social justice efforts and speaking with "young people," continuing his professional work including his iconic role as LAPD detective Roger Murtaugh.
- Glover will celebrate his 80th birthday on July 22 while continuing his humanitarian efforts and acting career, with upcoming projects including the films Dionne and Killing Winston Jones.
125 Articles
125 Articles
Danny Glover’s Daughter Talks About the First Sign Her Dad Had Alzheimer’s: ‘Pieces Were Missing’
Danny Glover's daughter Mandisa shares details of their journey as a family navigating Alzheimer's Disease, in this week's issue.Danny Glover and daughter Mandisa, photographed for PEOPLECredit: John Russo“I think he’s aware sometimes and then sometimes not,” Danny Glover's daughter Mandisa, 50, tells PEOPLE in this week's issue, sharing what life is like helping care for the award-winning actor and activist, 79.Her words prove true throughout h…
Actor Danny Glover Discloses Alzheimer's Diagnosis
Variety reports: Danny Glover, the 79-year-old “Lethal Weapon” star, revealed on the “Today” show Wednesday morning that he’s been battling Alzheimer’s disease for a few years. “I can live with it, in a sense. I’m sure as it advances, things are going to be different and changing,” Glover said during an interview with Lester Holt. Glover was awarded an honorary Oscar in 2022, and not long after he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, Holt said. The a…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 65% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
