Ryan Reynolds on Father, Parkinson's Awareness

Ryan Reynolds opened up about his complex relationship with his father, James Reynolds, who battled Parkinson's disease for nearly 20 years before passing away in 2015. The actor described his father as a stoic man who rarely shared his feelings, which made their relationship challenging even before the diagnosis. Parkinson's brought additional difficulties, including hallucinations and delusions, which further strained their bond. Reynolds reflected on his own emotional struggles and the denial his family experienced regarding the disease. He now works to raise awareness about the lesser-known symptoms of Parkinson's through the More To Parkinson’s campaign, aiming to support other families affected by the condition. Reynolds also finds healing through his relationship with his own children, taking valuable lessons from his father’s life.