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ACTOR RUSSELL ANDREWS SHARES ALS DIAGNOSIS, JOINS ALS NETWORK DURING ALS AWARENESS MONTH TO SPOTLIGHT THE
Andrews, his fiancée and daughter will share their experience to connect families with resources and support as advocacy groups mark ALS Awareness Month.
On Friday, actor Russell Andrews announced he is partnering with the ALS Network during ALS Awareness Month, revealing he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in 2025.
Working alongside fiancée Erica Tazel and daughter Anya, Andrews aims to connect families affected by the neurodegenerative disease to critical resources and support.
"ALS Network is built around one simple truth, that no one should face ALS alone," said Sheri Strahl, CEO of the ALS Network, emphasizing efforts to expand access to care.
"This moment is bigger than me," Andrews added, emphasizing his commitment to supporting others as he shares his journey to help drive care, research, and advocacy forward.
Andrews has an extensive career spanning television and theater, including roles in Better Call Saul, Grey's Anatomy, Insecure, and NCIS: New Orleans, plus notable performances in August Wilson plays.