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.