Al Pacino Reflects on Near-Death Experience

In a recent interview on The New York Times' 'The Interview' podcast, Al Pacino recounted a harrowing near-death experience he had while battling COVID-19 in 2020, during which he lost his pulse due to severe dehydration. The 84-year-old actor described the moment he felt unusually unwell before paramedics arrived at his home, stating he was momentarily 'gone' and had no memories or sensations, which he referred to as 'strange porridge.' Despite the traumatic experience, he reported no metaphysical revelations, emphasizing that he did not encounter any 'white light' and concluding that there is 'nothing' after death. Pacino mentioned his assistant's quick action in calling for medical help, which ultimately saved his life. His experience has prompted him to ponder the concepts of existence and the finality of death, echoing sentiments from Shakespeare's Hamlet. His reflections come as he promotes his upcoming memoir, 'Sonny Boy.'