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Alan Alda Reflects on Parkinson’s Journey and Creative Resilience at 89

The actor shares how managing Parkinson’s has become a near full-time endeavor while continuing to act and rely on humor and his wife’s support.

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Overview

  • Alan Alda, diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2015, says managing the disease now feels like a 'full-time job' as he tracks daily solutions to challenges.
  • The 89-year-old actor approaches his health as a game, finding joy in solving problems and maintaining a positive outlook.
  • Alda recently made a cameo in Tina Fey’s Netflix adaptation of his 1981 film, 'The Four Seasons,' which has been renewed for a second season.
  • His wife of 68 years, Arlene, plays a vital caregiving role, assisting with tasks like opening packages and offering emotional support.
  • In addition to Parkinson’s, Alda manages prosopagnosia (face blindness), which affects his ability to recognize people, further challenging his daily life.