Actor Danny Glover, known for his roles in the "Lethal Weapon" franchise, has revealed he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. The 79-year-old shared the news during a segment on the "Today" show that aired Wednesday morning.
Glover received his diagnosis "not long after" his honorary Oscar win in 2022. "I could live with it in a sense," he told Lester Holt in a pre-taped interview, "but I’m sure as it advances, things are going to be different and changing."
![Danny Glover shaking hands with an interviewer for "Today Exclusive."]( "Actor Danny Glover shakes hands with an interviewer for "Today Exclusive." " )
Glover's daughter, Mandisa, also spoke during the "Today" segment, emphasizing the importance of her father controlling his own narrative. "It’s important because people ask questions sometimes, and I don’t want to be a dishonest person and say, ‘Oh, yeah, everything is all right. It’s all great,'" she stated.
Glover has been open about other health challenges he has faced, including a battle with epilepsy. He experienced his first seizure at age 15 and managed the condition with medication for two decades. He has previously shared that he learned to recognize the onset of seizures and could alert others if needed. He has not had a seizure since he was 35.
During the interview, Glover also reflected on his extensive career, calling "Places in the Heart" his favorite project. He expressed a focus on teaching younger generations about their "responsibilities," particularly regarding justice, which he views as a collective duty. He credits his parents with teaching him about the human capacity for change and self-determination.