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Heartbreaking Revelation: Gena Rowlands Battles Alzheimer's Disease

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Legendary actress Gena Rowlands' son discloses her struggle with Alzheimer's, shedding light on her condition.

Gena Rowlands, the revered actress known for her roles in iconic films like 'The Notebook,' is currently facing a challenging battle with Alzheimer's disease. In a recent interview, her son, Nick Cassavetes, bravely revealed that his mother is living with the progressive condition. The devastating news has deeply touched fans worldwide, many of whom admire Rowlands for her exceptional talent and contributions to the film industry.

Throughout her illustrious career, Gena Rowlands has graced the silver screen with her remarkable performances, captivating audiences with her unparalleled acting prowess. The revelation of her Alzheimer's diagnosis shines a light on the harsh realities of this degenerative disease and serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of memory and identity.

As the news of Rowlands' Alzheimer's disease spreads, fans and colleagues alike are sending messages of love and support to the beloved actress and her family. The courage and resilience displayed by Rowlands and her son, Cassavetes, in sharing this personal journey serve as a testament to their strength and bond in facing adversity together.

In the face of challenging circumstances, Gena Rowlands continues to be remembered for her immense talent and impact on the world of cinema. Her legacy will forever endure, inspiring generations of film enthusiasts and showcasing the enduring power of storytelling and art.

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Gena Rowlands Has Alzheimer's Disease, Says Her Son Nick ... (Variety)

Gena Rowlands is living with Alzheimer's disease, her son Nick Cassavetes announced in a new interview.

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'She's in full dementia': 'The Notebook' star Gena Rowlands has ... (WLBT)

Gena Rowlands, the 94- ...

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'The Notebook' Star Gena Rowlands Has Alzheimer's Disease, Says ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Cassavetes, who directed his mother in the Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams classic film, told Entertainment Weekly that Rowlands, 93, is "in full dementia.".

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Gena Rowlands has Alzheimer's, her son Nick Cassavetes says (ABC News)

Celebrated actor and honorary Academy Award recipient Gena Rowlands is suffering from Alzheimer's disease, says her son, the filmmaker Nick Cassavetes.

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Gena Rowlands Has Alzheimer's Disease, Son Nick Cassavetes Says (Deadline)

Cassavetes, the son of Rowlands and the late actor-director John Cassavetes, revealed the sad news in an interview with Entertainment Weekly on the 20th ...

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Gena Rowlands Diagnosed With Alzheimer's Disease (Rolling Stone)

The celebrated actress Gena Rowlands has been battling Alzheimer's disease for several years, her son, Nick Cassavetes, revealed.

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The Notebook actor Gena Rowlands has Alzheimer's disease, says ... (The Guardian)

Screen actor, 93, is in 'full dementia,' according to son, who directed her performance as an Alzheimer's patient in the 2004 film The Notebook.

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Gena Rowlands has Alzheimer's, her son Nick Cassavetes says (The Associated Press)

Celebrated actor and honorary Academy Award recipient Gena Rowlands is suffering from Alzheimer's disease, says her son, the filmmaker Nick Cassavetes.

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'The Notebook's' Gena Rowlands, who played Allie, suffering from ... (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

Gena Rowlands played the older version of Allie Calhoun in "The Notebook," which was directed by Rowlands son, filmmaker Nick Cassavetes.

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Gena Rowlands Has Alzheimer's, Mirroring 'The Notebook' (Vulture)

Gena Rowlands's life is imitating art in the most heart-wrenching way possible. The two-time Oscar-nominated actress has dementia, her son, director Nick ...

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'The Notebook' Star Gena Rowlands Has Alzheimer's Disease (AARP)

Director Nick Cassavetes revealed that his mother, 'The Notebook' star Gena Rowlands, has been struggling with dementia's progressive decline.

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Gena Rowlands has Alzheimer's, son Nick Cassavetes reveals (Los Angeles Times)

Gena Rowlands has Alzheimer's, according to her son, 'The Notebook' director Nick Cassavetes. 'We lived it, she acted it, and now it's on us,' he says.

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Gena Rowlands, celebrated actor from "A Woman Under the ... (CBS News)

Gena Rowlands, a celebrated actor and honorary Academy Award recipient, is suffering from Alzheimer's disease, her son, the filmmaker Nick Cassavetes, ...

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Gena Rowlands has Alzheimer's disease, says son and 'The ... (NBC News)

Gena Rowlands is living with Alzheimer's disease, her son Nick Cassavetes announced in a new interview with Entertainment Weekly.

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'She's in full dementia': 'The Notebook' star Gena Rowlands has ... (WDBJ7)

Gena Rowlands, the 94- ...

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Gena Rowlands Of 'The Notebook' Has Alzheimer's Disease (Today.com)

Actor Gena Rowlands, known for playing older Allie in "The Noteboook," an honorary Oscar recipient and four-time Emmy winner, has Alzheimer's disease, ...

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'She's in full dementia': 'The Notebook' star Gena Rowlands has ... (FOX5 Las Vegas)

Gena Rowlands, the 94- ...

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Gena Rowlands Has Alzheimer's Decades After 'The Notebook' (The New York Times)

Rowlands, 94, played an older woman with dementia in the 2004 movie directed by her son, Nick Cassavetes.

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'The Notebook' star Gena Rowlands has Alzheimer's, her son reveals (KGO-TV)

Rowlands, an acclaimed two-time Oscar-nominated actress with more than 100 film and television credits, was directed by her son in "The Notebook" in which she ...

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'She's in full dementia': 'The Notebook' star Gena Rowlands has ... (CBS7 News)

Gena Rowlands, the 94- ...

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'The Notebook' actress Gena Rowlands is living with Alzheimer's ... (ABC News)

Gena Rowlands who played Allie Calhoun in "The Notebook" is now living with Alzheimer's disease, according to her son.

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