Danny Glover’s daughter, Mandisa Glover, has opened up about the early signs of her father’s Alzheimer’s disease, sharing an intimate look at how their family first noticed changes in the beloved actor and activist.

In an exclusive interview with People magazine, Mandisa, 50, described her father—known for iconic roles in Lethal Weapon and The Color Purple—as someone with an extraordinary memory. He could recall intricate details from decades ago, down to specific corners, conversations, clothing colors, and more, dating back to the 1970s.

That began to shift around 2022, the year Danny Glover received the Oscars’ Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award for his lifelong activism and charitable work. Mandisa started noticing gaps in his storytelling, particularly when he recounted familiar family histories about his parents.

“He’d tell you so much about his parents—and I’ve heard those stories over and over—and pieces were missing,” Mandisa told People. “There would be pieces of the story missing. I said, ‘I wonder what’s going on.’”

Danny Glover, now 79, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2023. In his own interview with the publication, he spoke candidly about living with the condition, acknowledging moments of clarity alongside challenges. “I’m still not accepting in my mind all parts of it,” he shared, while emphasizing resilience: “Your life continues.”

Mandisa noted that her father is “aware sometimes and then sometimes not,” highlighting the emotional complexity of supporting him. The family, including Glover’s brother Marty (who lives with him in San Francisco and assists with care), has come together to help him live his best life possible. Mandisa expressed gratitude: “It’s either this, or he’s not here. I’m grateful.”

The article portrays a tight-knit support network of family, caregivers, and loved ones surrounding the Hollywood legend as he navigates this new chapter.