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Tony Bennett and Alzheimer's

Last Sunday, CBS 60 minutes did a story about Tony Bennett's Alzheimer's and memory loss.  The fascinating thing about the story is that, in spite of his severe short-term memory loss, his singing memory is still intact.  If you missed it, you can watch it online at:

www.cbsnews.com/tony-bennett-lady-gaga-alzheimers-disease-60-minutes-22-06-26/

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  • Elshack
    Elshack Member Posts: 243
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    His voice is still great and he knew all the words to many many songs. I did see the special and also saw the 60 Minutes piece. Just the next day or 2 after the concert, Tony had no memory of even giving a concert. At the time on stage he smiled, acknowledged the massive audience.
  • jfkoc
    jfkoc Member Posts: 3,880
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    Just like Glen Campbell.

    The brain is sooooo complex.

    This is about a friend of mine and her mother;

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Remember_Better_When_I_Paint

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