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Glen Campbell's Daughter Makes Emotional Plea to Lawmakers for Alzheimer's Research

Christina Vinson — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:00:08 +0000

Although country music legend Glen Campbell is working on an album of re-recorded hits, he struggles with Alzheimer's Disease daily. The singer's daughter, Ashley Campbell, gave an emotional plea for Alzheimer's research at a Senate hearing at Capitol Hill this week; her testimony is a grim reminder that this is a heartbreaking disease.

Glen Campbell Quits Touring, Readies Album of Re-Recorded Hits

Christina Vinson — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 06:21:06 +0000

Glen Campbell‘s battle with Alzheimer’s has forced him to stop touring but the ‘Gentle on My Mind’ hitmaker will still contribute to country music. He’s planning an upcoming album of re-recorded hits, entitled ‘See You There.’ With his emotional and bittersweet Goodbye Tour behind him, Campbell will be focusing his efforts on releasing the album on August [...]

Glen Campbell Opens Up About Living With Alzheimer's and the 'Mistakes' He Knows He'll Make

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:00:09 +0000

Last summer, the world was saddened by the news that legendary country star Glen Campbell was in the beginning stages of his battle with Alzheimer’s. Rather than laying low and disappearing from the music scene, Campbell announced a full-blown tour as his way to say thank you to his loyal fans throughout the years.

Vince Gill, Keith Urban + Brad Paisley Honor Glen Campbell at 2011 CMA Awards

Amanda Hensel — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:24:03 +0000

Today’s country music wouldn’t be what it is without the iconic stars that led the way, like Glen Campbell, who changed the face of the industry with a string of Top 10 hits in the 1960s and ’70s. Realizing his greatness, Vince Gill, Keith Urban and Brad Paisley took the stage at the 2011 CMA Awards to honor the legend, who announced in June that he’s been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

Glen Campbell Diagnosed With Alzheimer's Disease

Dale Mussen — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 02:46:15 +0000

It broke my heart to hear Glen Campbell has Alzheimer's Disease. In an exclusive interview with People Magazine, he and his wife revealed the legendary singer was diagnosed six months ago. He plans a farewell tour and one last album before calling it a career.

He came under heavy criticism following a recent concert in Indiana where he flubbed the words, sang off-key and didn't seem to be interested. Some thought he was drunk.