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Gena Rowlands, 94, Diagnosed with Alzheimer's, in Full Dementia, Son Nick Cassavetes Reveals
Jun 25, 2024, 04:10 PM
Legendary actress Gena Rowlands, 94, known for her roles in 'The Notebook' and 'A Woman Under the Influence,' has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Her son, Nick Cassavetes, who directed her in 'The Notebook,' revealed that Rowlands has been living with the disease for the past five years and is now 'in full dementia.' This announcement coincides with the 20th anniversary of 'The Notebook,' a film that has become iconic in the romantic genre. Cassavetes expressed a deep connection to the film's portrayal of Alzheimer's, as his mother played a character suffering from dementia in the movie. Rowlands is also an honorary Oscar recipient and a four-time Emmy winner.
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