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Jay Leno, “sometimes does not know her husband nor her date of birth” as she continues to battle Alzheimer’s disease, according to new court documents. The statement, which was made by Mavis’ court-appointed attorney Robert Ostrin, was part of a new filing to petition the Los Angeles court to allow Leno, 73, to set up a conservatorship after Mavis was diagnosed with “advanced dementia.” According to the report, which was obtained by People, Mavis “has a lot of disorientation, will ruminate about her parents who have both passed and her mother who died about 20 years ago.” Ostrin reported even though it “was clear she had cognitive impairment,” 77-year-old Mavis was a “delightful person” with a “charming personality.”The documents also state that Leno and Mavis — who have been married since 1980 and do not have any children — have a “long-term, loving and supportive” relationship and that she looks upon the former “Tonight Show” host as “her protector and she trusts him.”“Ms.

given an update on the actor’s dementia diagnosis.“He has a very loving family,” Shyamalan, 53, said at a recent press event promoting his new movie “Trap,” per People. “They’re doing the best they can.”In March 2022, Willis, 69, retired from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia.

wished the Hollywood star a happy birthday by posting several heartfelt messages on Tuesday.“Just like you, we simply adore him,” Heming Willis, 45, wrote next to an Instagram photo of the Hollywood legend, 69. “What you might not know, but maybe you could imagine, that being wrapped in his arms is the safest place in this whole wide world,” she continued. “He’s a true gentle-man.

opening up about her emotions on social media, said in a video posted via her Instagram on Sunday.“Now, I can just tell you, that is far from the truth. Stop scaring people to think that once they get a diagnosis of some kind of neurocognitive disease that, ‘That’s it. It’s over.

new Lifetime docu-series “Where is Wendy Williams?” began, say producers. Cameras started rolling in August 2022 amidst a cluster of scary medical diagnoses, troubling behavior (falsely claiming she had married a cop, collapsing on live TV), a stint in a sober house and the canceling of her successful titular talk after 13 years.But instead of feeling privy to a journey of redemption and self discovery, the viewer quickly realizes they’ve wandered into a house of horrors — past the caution tape to the point of no return.

Bea Arthur.“I think that was just a life lesson in really putting yourself in everybody’s shoes,” Zimmerman said of his takeaway. “Like, put yourself in Betty’s shoes. What is she supposed to do?“She has a great sense of humor.

diagnosed with progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia.Williams famously hosted her eponymous chat show that ran from 2008 to 2022.Now, Suzanne Bass, who was the co-executive producer of theprogram, spoke out about the star’s diagnosis and the seeming end of her TV career. “Since Wendy’s been off the air, there’s been a huge void in both daytime TV and pop culture,” she told People Saturday.

How you doin’?Wendy Williams has broken her silence after being diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia.“I want to say I have immense gratitude for the love and kind words I have received after sharing my diagnosis of Aphasia and Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). Let me say, wow! Your response has been overwhelming,” Williams, 59, told People on Friday.“The messages shared with me have touched me, reminding me of the power of unity and the need for compassion,” she continued.

Hollywood superstar Bruce Willis is battling the same two medical issues. He retired from acting in 2022 due to his aphasia and was diagnosed with FTD in 2023.The news about Williams, 59, follows on the heels of a People report that her family does not know in which facility she is being treated, and that they speak to her only when she calls them.Williams is the subject of an upcoming Lifetime docuseries, “Where Is Wendy Williams?,” airing over two nights, Feb.

the death of his beloved wife last month.The “In My Room” singer’s loved ones confirmed that two family representatives will serve as the 81-year-old’s co-conservators.Wilson’s family said the decision was prompted by the death of Wilson’s wife, Melinda Ledbetter, who died at the age of 77 last month, according to a statement on Instagram.“Following the passing of Brian’s beloved wife Melinda, after careful consideration and consultation among Brian, his seven children, Gloria Ramos, and Brian’s doctors (and consistent with family processes put in place by Brian and Melinda), we are confirming that longtime Wilson family representatives LeeAnn Hard and Jean Sievers will serve as Brian’s co-conservators of the person,” they wrote Thursday night.“This decision was made to ensure that there will be no extreme changes to the household and Brian and the children living at home will be taken care of and remain in the home where they are cared for by Gloria Ramos and the wonderful team at the house who have been in place for many years helping take care of the family.”“Brian will be able to enjoy all of his family and friends and continue to work on current projects as well as participate in any activities he chooses,” they added.In court documents obtained by The Blast, the music icon, 81, is suffering from a “major neurocognitive disorder (such as dementia) and is “unable to properly provide for his own personal needs for physical health, food, clothing, or shelter.”Wilson is being treated for the disorder, the doc adds.The Post has reached out to Wilson’s reps for further comment.News of Wilson’s ailing health comes just weeks after Ledbetter’s death.Wilson announced the news in a heartfelt post on social media, saying

Emma Heming Willis, the wife of Hollywood legend Bruce Willis, shared a rare photo of her husband on Wednesday as the pair celebrated Valentine’s Day at Niagara Falls. “Love is a beautiful thing,” Heming Willis, 45, captioned the photo of her and her husband in front of the legendary falls in upstate New York. “Wishing you all a Happy Valentine’s Day.” In the image posted to the social media site, Willis, 68, can be seen wearing a grey puffer coat.

Tom Girardi is competent enough to stand trial on embezzlement charges despite his Alzheimer’s diagnosis.The decision was announced on Tuesday and filed by U.S. District Judge Josephine Staton.

“Floating in the Deep End: How Caregivers Can See Beyond Alzheimer’s.” She drew attention to a passage that read: “People caring for a loved one with dementia tend to think that the patient is the important one, and they themselves are not as important. Not only does that make no sense, it’s a toxic attitude to have about yourself.

ongoing battle with frontotemporal dementia. In the Instagram Story, then-33-year-old Willis can be seen holding a gun while dressed in John McClane’s famous white tank top.

Sean Connery’s friend is opening up about the famed actor’s final days in the new book, “Connery, Sean Connery,” where author Herbie J. Pilato also spoke to sources and former co-stars of the late Oscar winner.The original James Bond died in his home in the Bahamas on Oct. 31, 2020 at 1:30 a.m.

“Moonlighting” creator Glenn Gordon Caron revealed that the Willis’ was “not totally verbal” following his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis earlier this year.Since his diagnosis, the actor’s children have shared bittersweet images online, including one from daughter Rumer who admitted in an accompanying caption that she was “really missing” her dad. Meanwhile, Tallulah gushed about how “proud” she was of her “whole damn heart” on Instagram, after revealing the details of her father’s “aggressive” and “rare” dementia on “The Drew Barrymore Show.”“He is the same, which I think in this regard I’ve learned is the best thing you can ask for,” Tallulah told Barrymore earlier this month.On Nov.

told TODAY’s Hoda Kotb. “It’s hard on the person diagnosed, it’s also hard on the family. And that is no different for Bruce, or myself, or our girls.

dementia diagnosis. The 29-year-old daughter of Bruce, 68, and his ex-wife Demi Moore, 60, revealed that the “Die Hard” star spends most of his days on the first floor of his home, which he shares with his current wife, Emma Heming, 44.While Bruce’s dementia hasn’t affected his mobility, Tallulah said in a Vogue article published Wednesday, he often frequents the “open plan of the kitchen-dining-living room, or in his office” — the latter which she claimed “is filled with the knickknacks he has collected: vintage toy cars, coins, rocks, objects made of brass.”“He likes things that feel heavy in the hand, that he can spin around in his fingers,” Tallulah added.

Emma Heming Willis renewed their wedding vows Tuesday to celebrate 10 years of marriage amid the actor’s recent dementia diagnosis.Heming Willis, 44, shared a touching glimpse of the ceremony in an Instagram Reel posted Wednesday, accompanied by the Coldplay song “Fix You.”In the caption, she wrote that the 68-year-old Willis’ ex-wife, Demi Moore, 60, was the couple’s videographer, while Willis and Moore’s daughters Rumer, 34, and Scout, 31, sang accompanied by guitar during the intimate outdoor gathering. Willis and Moore’s third daughter, Tallulah, 29, did not seem to be in attendance, though she has been photographed with her dad recently. Bruce Willis and Emma Heming Willis’ two daughters, Mabel, 10, and Evelyn, 8, were the flower girls, wearing the same white and floral-patterned dresses as their mother.

was suffering from dementia.In the moving footage, Moore, Willis’ wife Emma Heming Willis and his daughters can be heard serenading the action movie icon with the birthday song, with Willis himself even joining in for several seconds.The “Sixth Sense” actor then blew out the candles on his cake, prompting the onlookers to cheer “hip hip hooray.”“Happy birthday, BW!” Moore, 60, gushed in the caption. “So glad we could celebrate you today. Love you and love our family.

revealed he was battling frontotemporal dementia.After the candles went out, his family began cheering “hip-hip hooray” for the storied performer.“Happy birthday, BW!” Demi Moore wrote in the caption. “So glad we could celebrate you today.

retirement from acting almost a year ago after revealing his battle with aphasia — and now his wife is asking paparazzi to retire from “yelling” at him amid his recent dementia diagnosis.Emma Heming Willis posted an emotional video to her Instagram, pleading with photographers to “keep your space” when they spot the 67-year-old movie star out in public.“If you are someone who is looking after someone with dementia, you know how difficult and stressful it can be to get someone out into the world and to navigate them safely, even just to get a cup of coffee,” Heming Willis, 44, said.“It’s clear that there’s still a lot of education that needs to be put forth,” she continued. “So this one is going out to the photographers and video people that are trying to get those exclusives of my husband out and about.

devastating frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. Willis’ remarks were recorded during a Comedy Central roast that took place back in 2018, where he was mercilessly mocked by celebrities including Martha Stewart and ex-wife Demi Moore.

on Instagram that the retired actor has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia.In the spring of 2022, Moore shared that the 67-year-old father-of-five was first diagnosed with aphasia — a brain disorder that affects his ability to communicate. She stated in Thursday’s update that the “Unbreakable” star now has a clearer diagnosis, frontotemporal dementia (FTD), which unfortunately means that “challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces.”While Moore did not go on to describe specifically Willis’ battles, Dr.

Demi Moore, 60, posted an update on the 67-year-old’s health status to Instagram, directing fans to their full statement on the Association for Fontotemporal Dementia’s website. “Our family wanted to start by expressing our deepest gratitude for the incredible outpouring of love, support and wonderful stories we have all received since sharing Bruce’s original diagnosis,” the statement reads.“In the spirit of that, we wanted to give you an update about our beloved husband, father and friend since we now have a deeper understanding of what he is experiencing.“Since we announced Bruce’s diagnosis of aphasia in spring 2022, Bruce’s condition has progressed and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD).

Stevie Wonder on his 1977 classic “Sir Duke.”And a new study reveals that music is helping to foster nonverbal communication for dementia patients. The study — recently published in the journal Alzheimer Disease and Associated Disorders — examines how a program called Musical Bridges to Memory has been helping these patients connect with their loved ones after they have lost the ability to communicate verbally.In the program, which was developed by the nonprofit Institute for Therapy Through the Arts, a live ensemble plays music.

candid conversation included their mutual struggles with depression, anxiety and the pain of watching a loved one be consumed by a debilitating neurodegenerative disease: dementia with Lewy bodies. Both Lugavere and Williams have watched a parent suffer through the “frustrating” illness — the pain of which has left a lasting impact on both men.It was a poignant conversation to debut on the day that would have been Robin’s 70th birthday, on July 21.

over social media, they confirmed that the beloved television personality and zookeeper had officially resigned his post as director emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in December, a role which he held for 42 years.

Country star Hal Ketchum has died at the age of 67 due to complications of dementia.The singer, who found fame in the ’90s with critically acclaimed album “Past The Point of Rescue,” passed away at home.His wife Andrea shared the sad news on his Facebook page, writing: “With great sadness and grief we announce that Hal passed away peacefully last night at home due to complications of dementia.“May his music live on forever in your hearts and bring you peace.

Research has shown that musical knowledge often remains in dementia patients, since the area of the brain that preserves those memories is unaffected by the disease, according to the Mayo Clinic.This proved touchingly true for one former ballerina, Marta C.

told “Entertainment Tonight” before the release of “Robin’s Wish,” a documentary chronicling the comedic actor’s final months before he committed suicide in August 2014.“We saw that Robin was struggling in a way that he hadn’t before to remember lines and to combine the right words with the performance,” Levy said.

Newsflare.The loving daughter — who is also a model and activist — recently documented her ability to bring her mother out of a dark place using music.“Hey Google — play Fleetwood Mac, please.

Margaret Mackie is far from ready to face her final curtain.