Based on the provided reference listing famous individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia, several individuals identified as singers or directly involved in musical performance were affected by these conditions. The list highlights singers and country music stars who experienced dementia.
Singers Mentioned in the Reference with Dementia
According to the reference, the following individuals who are singers were noted as having dementia:
- Tony Bennett: A renowned singer.
- Glen Campbell: A famous country music star, a category that encompasses singing.
- Perry Como: Identified as a singer and entertainer.
- Thomas Dorsey: Also listed as a singer.
It is important to note that the reference also includes other notable figures from the music industry, such as composers (like Aaron Copland) or opera impresarios (like Rudolph Bing), but these individuals were not singers themselves. Other personalities listed, like DJ Casey Kasem, were involved in related media but were not singers.
Details from the Reference
Here is a summary of the singers from the provided list:
| Name | Profession(s) | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Tony Bennett | Singer | 1926- |
| Glen Campbell | Country music star | 1936-2017 |
| Perry Como | Singer, Entertainer | 1912-2001 |
| Thomas Dorsey | Singer | 1899-1993 |
This information is drawn directly from the list provided in the reference, which is sourced from Verywell Health. You can find the original list and potentially more entries at the source (More items...).
The conditions often associated with these individuals in such lists typically include Alzheimer's disease, which is the most common form of dementia, or other related dementias.
