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Sandra Bullock is dealing with he death of her boyfriend, Bryan Randall who has died at the age of 57. The photographer and longtime partner of the actress passed away after a private battle with ALS.

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Kenneth Mitchell, who played several characters in Star Trek: Discovery, and also was known for his roles in Jericho and Captain Marvel, has died from complications of ALS, his family revealed Saturday. He was 49.

Sandra Bullock is honoring her late partner Bryan Randall on his birthday.

Sandra Bullock's long-term partner, Bryan Randall, has died aged 57 following a long battle with ALS, his family has announced.They revealed Bryan died over the weekend, following a three year fight with the disease.Their statement said: "It is with great sadness that we share that on Aug. 5, Bryan Randall passed away peacefully after a three-year battle with ALS. "Bryan chose early to keep his journey with ALS private and those of us who cared for him did our best to honour his request." Bryan was a model turned photographer and is survived by his daughter, Skylar Randall, who he had from a previous relationship.

Sandra Bullock’s longtime partner Bryan Randall has sadly passed away.

Ashton Kutcher borrowed a bit of Lou Gehrig's famous 1939 speech at Yankee Stadium to describe how he feels about his wife, Mila Kunis.The  star took to Instagram on Friday and posted a radiant photo of Kunis basking under a rainbow and arms spread wide. A picturesque blue sea and mountains served as a backdrop to the photo honoring Kunis ahead of their eighth wedding anniversary on July 4.

John Driskell Hopkins, or "Hop" to his friends, knows his ALS diagnosis is no laughing matter – but that's not stopping him from maintaining a playful perspective on life.  Hop shared his ALS diagnosis with fans in May 2022. In the year since, he continued touring as a founding member of the Zac Brown Band, recorded more music and started the Hop On a Cure nonprofit dedicated to not only funding research of the disease but also creating a community for people living with ALS.  "I had one lady ask me … she was diagnosed right around the same time," Hop remembered. "She said, ‘How come you’re not crying all day?' I'm like, ‘Crying sucks.’ You know, I've done my share of crying, and I know I don't want to."  He added, "And I'm full of sh--.

A new study has found that a drug used to treat Parkinson's disease is able to safely slow the progression of an incurable form of motor neurone disease for over six months.

All rise! The New York Yankees announced that Aaron Judge will become the 16th captain in the baseball team’s history, making him the first person to hold the title since Derek Jeter.

Legendary singer Roberta Flack has lost her ability to sing following an ALS diagnosis.

A representative for Roberta Flack announced Monday that the Grammy-winning musician has ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, and can no longer sing.The progressive disease 'has made it impossible to sing and not easy to speak,' Flack's manager Suzanne Koga said in a release, adding: 'But it will take a lot more than ALS to silence this icon.'The announcement of the amyotrophic lateral sclerosis diagnosis comes just ahead of the premiere of Roberta, a feature-length documentary debuting Thursday at the DOCNYC film festival.Flack is known for hits like Killing Me Softly With His Song and The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face, the latter of which catapulted her into stardom after Clint Eastwood used it as the soundtrack for a love scene in his 1971 movie Play Misty for Me. Roberta Flack, 85, announces she now has ALS and can no longer sing: Rep says it is 'impossible' for the Grammy-winning star to perform The release says that the Grammy-winning singer and pianist, now 85, 'plans to stay active in her musical and creative pursuits' through her eponymous foundation and other avenues.The Antonino D'Ambrosio-directed documentary will be in competition at the festival and available via DOCNYC's website for a week after, before airing on television Jan.

Lindsey Vonn's mother Lindy Lund has died a year after being diagnosed with ALS. The Olympic skier has been left devastated following her mum's passing on Thursday night (25. 08.

John Driskell Hopkins of the Zac Brown Band took to social media with his bandmates on Friday to share grave health news.The 51-year-old musician posted a video in which he revealed he's been diagnosed with ALS, also known asLou Gehrig's Disease.'I have tough news to share,' the singer stated at the beginning of the clip. He was joined by his 'brothers and sister.' Serious announcement: John Driskell Hopkins of the Zac Brown Band took to social media to reveal he's been diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease; John in Nashville, TN earlier this month 'Over the past several years, I've noticed some balance issues and some stiffness in my hands,' he went on to explain.'After careful analysis by some of the country's top neurologists, I have been diagnosed with ALS,' he continued with a brave face.

Musician John Driskell Hopkins, who plays bass in the Zac Brown Band, has been diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) — also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease.

Zac Brown Band‘s John Driskell Hopkins has announced he’s been diagnosed with ALS.

John Driskell Hopkins is sharing an update about his health.

Zac Brown Band's John Driskell Hopkins has announced he's been diagnosed with ALS.The band's official social media channels posted a 1 minute, 12 second video showing Hopkins surrounded by his bandmates. Hopkins started the video saying he has «tough news to share» and that he was gathered by his «brothers and sisters» there to support him.«Over the past several years, I've noticed some balance issues and some stiffness in my hands. After careful analysis by some of the country's top neurologists, I have been diagnosed with ALS.

Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker John Zaritsky died of heart failure in a Vancouver hospital last Wednesday, according to a statement from his family and friends. He was 79.

Guy Lodge Film CriticA close-quarters study of the daily trials of living with ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease — co-directed by the patient’s son with equal parts adoration and despairing frustration — “Eat Your Catfish” is a documentary every bit as tough-minded as its title is unexpectedly playful. That, as it turns out, is not a disconnect when it comes to Kathryn Arjomand, a New York mother of two who has been living with the neurodegenerative condition for years, and handles it with a blend of frank anger, exhausted acceptance and offbeat humor.

The acting community is in mourning on Tuesday, with beloved character actress Linda Carlson passing away at 76 years of age.Her family confirmed through Legacy.comthat she passed away last Tuesday, October 26, fromamyotrophic lateral sclerosis, otherwise known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease.She passed away inGaylordsville, CT, after battling the crippling disease.