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Carly Simon diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The 81-year-old entertainer recently shared this information in a statement.
Singer Carly Simon has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. The 81-year-old entertainer recently shared this information in a statement. She has been learning to live with the condition and adjusting to its unpredictable nature.
Simon's symptoms vary, with some days leaving her extremely tired and others allowing her more freedom to move and work. Further details about Simon's diagnosis and experience with Parkinson's disease are available from ABC News, which received a statement from the singer.
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Category: parks Published: July 27, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Singer Carly Simon has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. The 81-year-old entertainer recently shared this information in a statement. She has been learning to live with the condition and…
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