Michael Loccisano, WireImage As Glen Campbell continues to fight against the…
Glen Campbell Reveals He Has Alzheimer's, Plots Farewell Tour
- Posted on Jun 22nd 2011 10:40AM by Dan Reilly
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The 75-year-old and his wife Kim decided to go public with the news now in order to keep fans from speculating about his behavior during the upcoming performances. "Glen is still an awesome guitar player and singer," Kim said. "But if he flubs a lyric or gets confused on stage, I wouldn't want people to think, 'What's the matter with him? Is he drunk?'"
Campbell was diagnosed with Alzheimer's six months ago after years of short-term memory loss. Dates of the farewell tour have yet to be revealed, but it looks likely that they will be scheduled this fall.
"I still love making music," Campbell said. "And I still love performing for my fans. I'd like to thank them for sticking with me through thick and thin."
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I wish God's greatest blessings of peace and comfort on Glen and his wife as they go through this experience. He's been a wonderful talent for many years...I hope he can enjoy this last tour and project without too many struggles.
June 23 2011 at 11:46 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyHow sad. Some of my best memories are while listening to Glen sing while riding in the car with the boyfriend. Still remember those warm Summer nights.
God Bless Glen and God speed.
My Father had the same problem. Good luck & best wishes. A true star.
June 22 2011 at 12:50 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyGood luck Glen you are a star.
June 22 2011 at 12:44 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyWish Him will in this new journey.
Hope he has comedian LONNIE SHORR
on the Bill...What Duo
glen campbell has had a good career in the music business, i know he did a lot in the seventies, he is 75 years old and singers do carry on as long as they can, but this age is no surprise, as we get older we do have a little memory loss, some people are worse than others, i thought he had retired, the fans obviously love hm, sorry to hear that he has been diagnosed with alzheimers, i know he will be sad in doing his farewell concerts and putting everything in order before his memory goes altogether, he will be retiring from the limelight, best wishes to you.
June 22 2011 at 12:00 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyBest wishes to Glen and his family. I have been a fan for a very long time. This is sad to hear. I wish Glen all the strength and God's blessings in coping with this disease.
June 22 2011 at 11:52 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Replyreally sad to hear off this just live the rest of your life.
June 22 2011 at 11:47 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyVery sad! I think this is best for Glenn to save embarrassment for him and his family and to the people worldwide who are his fans.
Enjoy your time and take each day as it comes!
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