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is hoping to clarify any lingering confusion about his future in Hollywood a year and a half after he publicly disclosed some health concerns., the “Thor” actor underwent testing that found he was genetically predisposed to Alzheimer’s disease, a common type of dementia that progressively affects memory, thinking and behaviour.to take some time off, many outlets claimed that the test results had prompted him to step away from the spotlight.
“No matter how much I said ‘This is not a death sentence,’ the story became that I have dementia and I’m reconsidering life and retiring and so on.”He went on to note: “I did read a really funny comment at the bottom of one article: ‘I hope Chris forgets he’s retiring and comes back.
It was then that his father, Craig Hemsworth, also learned that he was predisposed to Alzheimer’s, prompting him to begin confronting early signs of the disease. “I know my dad is going through a transition of acceptance around ‘I’m not this big, strong man with all the answers who everybody looks to for guidance now,’” the actor said.
“He’s much more the observer now, rather than leading the pack. It’s a reminder to me because those are exactly the qualities I need: stillness, observation, absorption, a respect for the present moment.”Chris Hemsworth Reveals How Jeremy Renner's Near-Fatal Accident Changed His LifeBy entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners.
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