“The Notebook” creator Nicholas Sparks is lamenting Gena Rowlands‘ battle with Alzheimer’s — feeling for her and her household, and desirous about the unhappy parallel to the basic ebook and film.
Nicholas says … “Alzheimer’s is such a cruel disease. On days like today, I’m reminded of Gena’s powerful portrayal of Allie and the depth she brought to the character. Her performance touched millions of hearts and helped bring my story to life in ways I never imagined.”
In fact, Gena’s character within the huge display screen adaptation of Nicholas’ well-known romance novel battles the identical illness she’s now dealing with in actual life.
On social media, Nicholas shared an outdated photograph of Gena and himself on the ‘Pocket book’ set alongside along with his heartfelt tribute … saying he is really honored to have labored with “such a talented artist.”
Alzheimer’s is such a merciless illness. On days like at this time, I am reminded of Gena’s highly effective portrayal of Allie and the depth she delivered to the character. Her efficiency touched hundreds of thousands of hearts and helped convey my story to life in methods I by no means imagined. I am really honored to have… pic.twitter.com/b0hHtrsFhA
— Nicholas Sparks (@NicholasSparks) June 26, 2024
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He is additionally sending ideas and prayers to Gena and her household, together with her son, Nick Cassavetes, who directed “The Notebook.”
Keep in mind … the film stars James Garner as Duke, — Noah’s alias — who visits Allie and recounts their love story … which, after all, additionally starred Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling as Noah and Allie after they have been youthful
As we reported … Gena and Nick introduced her prognosis Tuesday by way of Leisure Weekly … as a part of the twentieth anniversary of the film.
Gena’s mom, actress Woman Rowlands, was additionally identified with Alzheimer’s earlier than she died.
Gena retired from appearing in 2015 after incomes 4 Emmy awards, 2 Golden Globes, and a pair of Oscar nominations … and Nicholas says he’ll at all times cherish her legacy in movie.
