Jack Hanna's long goodbye: How Alzheimer's is stripping away the man the world once knew
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- čas přidán 20. 06. 2023
- Jack Hanna built the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium into one of the nation's best. He then captivated national audiences on David Letterman’s late-night talk show, "Good Morning America" and a number of his own Emmy-winning animal series that still run in syndication. He traveled the globe as a leading animal conservationist promoting Columbus. It was his home for decades.
But at age 76, Alzheimer’s disease has stripped away his memory and the life he led in the public eye for almost a half century. He was first diagnosed in the fall of 2019 with early Alzheimer's but now the disease has advanced to the point where he doesn't know most of his own family.
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While he might not remember his legacy we will always remember it.
Couldn’t have been better said.
Even with a fully functioning memory, it grates like hell to have someone prod you when you can't remember something. She needs to stop doing that. It's cruel.
@@mas5867 I learned early in my Dad's dementia when I asked him a question or two about the past and I saw the anguish in his eyes that he could not remember. I realized that I just need to let him take control of the conversation because he was always trying to teach my brothers and me. I later realized that my father's memories ebbs and flows like the tidal changes. It is just best to enjoy the present time that we all have together.
On second thought, she could be refusing to accept the fact he is leaving her and is trying to ensure he hasn't digressed any further.
Doobie toast on a rye skinned snetzel with unpolinated deer milk. It's rich in popsolium centrate and gewly juice.
Despite this tragedy, I am glad to see that he's surrounded by love. 🙏🏾❤
and it's fortunate that he's got money...The outcome coulda been worse...
He looks good.
@@davidwright873 Yup, when you're poor and alone like I am and lots of others are, going to be rough with a diagnosis like that.
@@williebeamish5879 yup... scary isn't it.
@@Wendy-ov5hu Sure is. Gotta have a plan. Then you're ok.
My Dad died from this disease. The hardest part was, when visiting him, he would always tell me "I am going home with you today". On his last day, he was holding my hand, and turned slowly and grabbed my other hand, and said "I love you Rusty"... he had not forgotten me! Later that day he said this was no way to live, and I told him I would make sure he got home in the next couple of days. He died the following day.... He went home! God Bless you Suzi - You are giving him the comfort he deserves.
I want to thank Jack Hanna for being my inspiration when it comes to loving animals, to want to help protect their habitats, and for being the first of his kind to be a mentor to so many people. His memory is fading, but our memory of his will last on through generations to come.❤
He raised generations of conservation-minded people. What a legacy!
Zoos were trash before Jack Hanna. His leadership was pivotal in complete renovation across the country of zoos to create more realistic environments for the animals. Columbus Zoo set the tone.
He raised a huge many of we liberals that appreciate the land.
It really is wise to remember how much he’s given us. Thank You!♥
@@oneseeker2 u can’t even appreciate your own gender, get a clue!!
@sandraleigh4023 you been to Cbus zoo lately? It's gross lol.
I think it's wonderful he's not being paraded around on national television everyday but kept at home and getting the quiet care he needs in private and dignity.
He's being paraded around on CZcams.
@@florinesthaving a statement piece is not the same thing as being paraded.
I’m a constant CZcams watcher and this is the first inkling that’s been out here.
Yes!!!! Unlike how some family members of famous people have chosen the opposite.
Recalling a period of time many chose to write, tell all books. 🤮
Respectfully thankful his beautiful loving clear headed wife chose to be private.🌹
Exactly. Like Biden should be.
treated with respect by his family unlike our fake president.
This absolutely breaks my heart. In fact I can’t hold back the tears. Alzheimer’s is so cruel. Jack will never be forgotten. He is legend. I’ve always loved him for his love of animals. ❤️ I’m sure even if robbed of his memory he will remember his love for animals and that they will continue to bring him joy.
The guy was a scam. Lying about the ages of snow leopard cubs to bypass laws in place to keep them healthy. Countless cubs he had on his shows died because he favored fame over the welfare of the animals he had on his shows. Go watch the doc, "the conservation game."
I can't hold back the tears, either. Just absolutely devastating, what this disease can do. God love that man..😢😢😢😢😢
Such a dynamic person. My mom was the same, just not famous. It’s been over 12 yrs now for her & she’s in a hospital bed in my living room. All I can ask for is her comfort & peace. She was an amazing woman who deserves the very best.
She still is, Kit, and so are YOU!
@@tymesho ❤️😊❤️
@@kit2130 back~~~
That’s why you personally are making sure she’s ok. That is of the highest honor and best feeling no one will treat her like you. My mom was living in my room, but passed at the hospital and I felt the exact same way about her. God bless you and your mom wish you both peace and comfort.
@@Beastmode73060 thank you so much & every word you said is how I feel. Your mother is resting in peace & your conscience is clear knowing you were there for her. You understand & have been there. I hope someone is there for both of us, too. I don’t think there will be for me but I am centered in peace & God is waiting. ❤️
It's incredibly gracious for Mrs. Hanna to have allowed this peek into their lives now. It is so very comforting to know that they are in the most beautiful place on earth now. Jack Hanna is an ICON. There will never be another man like him.
An icon and a treasure ❤
Mrs. Hanna was *great* in their videos!!
Jack and Mrs. Hanna live in one of the most beautiful places on earth - Bigfork, Montana. I live about 45 minutes from them and I didn't know it until I saw this video. Bigfork is right on the beautiful north shore of Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. I am so sorry to learn that he is going through this and very grateful that he has such a loving and caring wife. I always enjoyed watching his shows. To think that such an active and vibrant man has been reduced to this breaks my heart. No one deserves this fate. God bless them both.
It makes me wonder how many people he inspired to be veterinarians, zoo directors, animal rescue personnel, etc. Jacks legacy will live for generations.
Or to be kind, to figure out solutions, to teach ( they're not ALL bad. Sorry, I'm a little disappointed in some teachers these days)
That's a great point. He's probably touched countless lives of people he'll never know about.
Exactly
This breaks my heart. Jack was so vibrant and his appearances on shows like The Late Show with David Letterman are legendary. Sending love and strength from Ontario, Canada! Jack Hanna will always be special; in particular to nature lovers. xo
I am so sorry, Suzy. I lost my husband to Alzheimer's 17 months ago. Blessed for a 54 year marriage and also that I was able to keep my promise and care for Roy at home. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
It's sad to see jack in this condition. I want his wife to know how much he's meant to the world. Their love is touching.
I’m sorry to hear about Jack’s condition. I’m 62 and this man was one of my biggest heros growing up.
I’m grateful that he has his beautiful wife and his family around him.
I've been a fan of Jack for a very long time. Loved his appearances on Letterman. This is heartbreaking. What a great man! 💪
I’ve been watching Jack for as long as I can remember. I’m 65 years old and he has made me laugh so many times. I always loved his appearances on talk shows with hosts that were afraid of everything!!
My Mother had Alzheimer’s so I feel for your family and Jack. It’s such an awful disease. It almost breaks my heart to see him like this but at least you still have him.
Sending positive thoughts and prayers to you all and much love to Jack. He is an amazing human being ♥️♥️♥️
Jack brought the wonder of the world to all of us. I’m thankful he’s being so well cared for.
So very well said. Thank you.
I've met Jack twice, hiking in Montana. He was warm and friendly. To me, he will always be the strong, intelligent, kind person I saw on TV and in real life.
That's great! He's an interesting man for sure. Did u meet him after his diagnosis or before? He may not remember whqt a legend he is, but his legacy is certainly set!
@@jcv096 it was probably around fifteen years ago
This is so sad. The worst thing you can say to someone who has Alzheimer's is to ask them if they can remember. Don't make people who are going through this feel bad that they can't remember. Love the moments you have and hope and pray to have good days. Blessings
A great man I feel I grew up with. He will always be dearly loved for what he gave to us all.
We lost our mom to Alzheimer's. It was an eight year long goodbye. I'm so sorry to hear this about Jack. I watch him every Saturday morning on TV. Didn't know that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. God bless Jack and Suzi and their family! ❤💔❤
I did caregiving with an elderly blind lady til she died (not of Alzheimers), and one of our favorite things to do together was watch his show. It was fun. I got to describe the scenes on TV to her since she couldn't see them. Good memories. It was hard to lose her, and my heart goes out to Jack and his family as well.
god gave him Alzheimer's, idiot
I was a flight attendant and lucky enough to meet Jack several times. He always took me with him to baggage claim to meet the animals that we ferried with us in the animal cargo...he took them all out of their cages one by one and let me interact with them. He gave me so much. and I could tell showing me and teaching me gave him some happiness. So, thank you Jack, you hold a place in my heart. Wishing you and your family many blessings.
Sweet
What a treasure of memories you have with this legend. Thanks for sharing. What a kind gentlemen.
I always enjoyed seeing him on tv with his animals ❤
NWA? I had Jack and his wife on a flight once and they were so nice and friendly.
Always enjoyed seeing Jack Hanna on television. Such a nice handsome man. Alzheimer's is such a terrible disease. Love and prayers to Jack and his family.
How fast life goes by, and brings triumphs and pitfalls... My grandmother suffered Jack's fate, passed away in 2017 after a 5 yr battle with Alzheimer's at 97 y/o.
You only start to realize how short life is when all your favorite childhood celebrities have almost completely died off.
He is in good hands. He lived such a wonderful life. We love you Jack, you brought the world of animals to millions. Thank you.
Remembering breakfast might be an issue; however, remembering his childhood or early life events might be very clear.
I grew up watching this man on Saturday mornings. I wanted to become a Veterinarian doctor because of him. I felt like I’ve seen the world and different animals through Jack Hanna. Now living in Columbus and visiting the Columbus Zoo occasionally, I’ve always thought I would run into Jack there. Being at the Columbus Zoo makes me feel like a kid again. This saddens me to know that he has Alzheimer’s, prayers for the Hanna family. Thank you Jack Hanna ❤
Reading your comment made me chuckle! I was walking at the zoo, looking down (this was back in the early 90's) and ran smack right into Jack! He apologized several times for not pay attention and ask if I was o.k! I sure paid attention where I was going the rest of the day!
Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, love and peace all over the world . I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust so as time goes on it will bring something great for us in the future, hope you don't mind?. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?
This is so sad! No one had the chemistry like Jack and David Letterman. They made me laugh, and it was pure magic!
Get well Jack!
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
I watched reruns of him and Letterman the other night. I haven't laughed so hard in ages, Jack was flat out hilarious. May the Lord bless and keep the Hanna family.
Having an unhappy childhood, I remember Jack Hanna bringing some joy. It is good to see that Mr. Hanna is in nature and surrounded by love and a good wife. I believe that on some level he understands.
This is pretty heartbreaking. Jack was such a beacon of energy and humor. He was always a little bit chaotic every time he appeared on TV, but in such a fun way that everyone loved him. He's incredibly fortunate to have such a loving and dedicated wife. I know it must be hardest on her. Wish them both the best.
Yes! You knew that he was a handful, but in the best possible way!!
He’s blessed to have such a beautiful loving God loving wife
I worked with Jack twice and I can say he was one of the sweetest humans I've ever met. My dogs loved him.
How lucky you are!!!
Dogs are wonderful judges of character.
Sweet
I can bet he was. This "system of things" in this old world really is catastrophic. Sweet and handsome. And a lover of animals.
He has left us with so many great memories. He truly had a wonderful life.
Being a lifelong Ohioan Jack is a hero to me, it's hard to remember a Saturday morning where I didn't watch his wonderful adventures. All of the amazing animals I would have never known but for him. He is an will alway be the G.O.A.T. champion of wildlife and its preservation.
I had no idea he was diagnosed and now I am seeing this. I am utterly shocked. I loved watching all of his shows growing up and this breaks my heart. Praying for him and his family.
Same..agree 💯 with your comment...this is shocking...wow...😢
Same…..😢
We Buckeyes still love Jack. This horrible disease breaks your heart. Sending prayers for you, Jack and the rest of your family.
Well said. I echo your sentiment.
Thank you for sharing this, Suzi, you didn’t have to. I have loved Jack for so long. Praying for you, Jack and the family. I lost a loved one to Alzheimer’s and it isn’t easy. Please take care of yourself, too, and don’t feel bad for reaching out if you need help.
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
That's terrible to happen to a person who spent their whole life learning and sharing that knowledge. Thank you sir for all the great memories you gave us. You are a icon and we were lucky to have you!
This lovely man is responsible for teaching the world respect for all creatures. I met him in Minneapolis at petco openings, and hundreds of families came to meet and hear him. Thank you, Jack Hanna.
I'd still vote for him over Biden
The world is a better place with a guy like Jack Hanna!! ❤
A gift from God! That’s what Jack Hannah is!! ❤️
I am so sorry. My mother had Alzheimer’s, and she was so vibrant and raise six beautiful children and was a wonderful partner to my dad, and was his caregiver when he had cancer and it was heartbreaking to see her journey downhill, but we have such wonderful memories of her as you do with Jack. He was my favorite guest on David Letterman and I have seen all of his shows two or three times. What a wonderful personality and he was so funny. He taught me so much about animals from all around the world. I know how hard it is to be a caregiver especially if it’s your life partner, and having to witness what they are going through each day. You both have given us wonderful memories of your travels together. So glad we will be able to watch them over and over. Bless you both and thank you. 🙏🙏🙏❤❤
Getting old is not for sissies. Jack must have been such a great positive influence on the young. I used to love watching his shows and enjoying his energy and enthusiasm. Stay as strong as possible, Jack.
I see so many young people doing animal shows like the Kratt brothers.
Loved Jack.....his personality, his voice, his curiosity about the world and its wildlife, his charm, his sense of humor, his outgoingness. I'm glad his wife is such a superb caretaker.
God Bless both of them, and all those affected by this terrible disease.
Amen 😢.
Amen!!!🙏🙏🙏
I'll 3rd that Amen
I just don’t understand how you can “god bless”anyone to whom fall prey to this disease! If god existed no one would have to suffer from Alzheimer’s!
@@DippyHippie if you knew more about how god works you would understand it better... everything has a reason it's up to you to try and learn as much as you can.... like everything else in life
My heart goes out to both of them. He will be remembered for his great love of animals.
My three boys were able to see Jack at the Ohio zoo and I'm so grateful to have been able to do that! The boys are all adults now and we still have all his videos! God bless you and praying for you and Jack!! Thank you Jack for all you did. ❤
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
So heartbreaking. Jack is forever a national treasure.
Prayers 🙏🙏🙏
I grew up watching Mr.Hanna on TV. Losing a mother to Alzheimers I know all too well how difficult this is for the family. Prayers to all.
Me too
Im crying
So hard
For both
It's not just difficult it's heart wrenching.
@@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist1 This is true. All scripture is God breathed, when a person has dementia and other aliments it's horrible to see a relative go through it.
What an incredible man. He could teach you about wildlife and had jokes at the same time. When I think of Jack Hanna, I can't help but smile. We love you Jack!! ❤
His kindness will be remembered for a long time! God bless him and his family
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
This is hurting my heart seeing someone I've been a fan of for so long disappearing 😢 All the knowledge that's being stolen from him by altzheimers is upsetting, but he shared so much of it with the world that we're blessed to have been around to hear it. My mom was also stolen by altzheimers, so I understand the meaning of the long goodbye. God, please watch over the Hanna family. And all the rest of us too.
Thank you for your beautiful words about this great Man🕊
Our technology has been found to have an effect on this. We are making it worse and not really discussing it. We're talking about alot of other things though. Like ukraine and subs etc.
That's why it's important to repent and put your faith in Jesus before time runs out.
My Mother had dementia ... Each day is a special memory
@@itsonlylovehere2 I'm sorry ur family had to go thru this devastating disease.
Jack Hanna’s contributions to the humans and animals of this planet are immeasurable. My heart goes out to Suzi.❤️
Amen!
💔💔💔It is truly heartbreaking when this happens to anyone, but especially to good people who have spent their entire lives caring for and championing for those 4-legged creatures who cannot take care of themselves. So very sorry for this wonderful man and his wife!
Suzi is an angel and Jack is blessed to have her.
@michaelhungate7506 yes, a lifetime of deep love.
But it had nothing to do with telling others about Jesus Christ. In the end, all will be destroyed and a new Heaven and new earth will be. Eternity will all be about Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save the world from their sins. You can't earn your salvation. Jesus paid the price on the cross.
He is a legend. He has brought so much joy to many people.
Thank you Jack for the good you did in the animal kingdom. Presenting wild animal awareness while having loads of fun on the late night talk show circuit along with all the other countless media appearances. His wife is such a sweetheart making sure his twilight years are spent in safe company. His legacy will live on for generations, he inspired so many of us to appreciate the strange creatures that coexist among us. Jack Hanna made the world a better place for us all!
Jack was a part of my growing up. I’ll never forget him.
😢😢😢💔💔💔
Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, love 💚 and peace all over the world . I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust so as time goes on it will bring something great for us in the future, hope you don't mind?. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?
You're not alone. My mother began "drifting away" years ago. As time goes by, the moments when she's "in" became precious. I wanted to grab her shirt sleeves and begged her not to leave, but she only stayed a few hours at most. Now, mom doesn't really come back anymore. I choke back tears every time I think of mom. I visit mom in the nursing home every weekend, and it's emotionally devastating. I miss you, mom. I miss you so much...
Why do u have your mom at a convalescent home? U should be by your mother's side. Infact, in my culture its encourage to take care of our parents as they did to us when we were a infant. Its sad to see, how America indoctrinate our population to to dump our parents in that environment.
@@hectoralbertoramirez6764 I'm all alone and can't take care of her. I have to work, not home during the day. We have no relatives. I can't help her with personal hygiene. I've tried, but she gets better care at the nursing home.
Mr. Hanna, words cannot express how I and so many others feel about what you brought us. You will remain in history along with other greats such as Marlin Perkins and Jacques Costeau. You are an incredible human being. Thank you Sir.
God bless Jack. He did much to acknowledge all species of animals on earth. He is a great man who helped teach and inspire people to love and respect animals. We will ever be grateful for his presence. May he live on many more years to come. Bless his wife , who gives him care and love. Thumbs up🤗🤗🤗😇😇😇
My father passed away with Alzheimer's disease. It was hard and I know exactly what you're going through. The only thing I can advise is to not scorn him when he can't remember something: "Nah it's not coming to you" because one of the last things they lose is the ability to know that they've lost. Just let whatever's left of him know that you understand and that he doesn't have to try so hard because you love him no matter what.
Right. It’s so difficult when you know the answer to your question, and they don’t. Sometimes to relive some memories you can tell them about themselves, and share that time together.
That was my thought. The first thing I learned from my dad’s nurses was not to ask him “Do you remember?” because it makes him feel worse when he can’t. It was really hard to stop saying it, just out of habit, but I did notice a difference once I did.
Exactly. My mom is advanced and I try to not say anything that may cause her to have to remember. I don't even introduce her as my mom anymore. On her good days, she'll mention that I'm her "baby boy." On her bad days she doesn't remember that she's my mom and thinks that her mom (dead for 30 years) is going to be mad at her if she doesn't get home.
yup I didnt really like some of the comments and how its on video now :(
@@vickiego1
I'm so happy you allowed yourself to take constructive criticism by not involving your Ego!!!
God bless you! 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼
So sad to see such an active and knowledgeable man like this. As a retired nurse, I have always said during my career and even today that Alzheimer’s is the worst disease ever!
I can't imagine dying slowly and losing your mind bit by bit. I can think of a quick way out and just end it. The pain is just too much.
I lost my husband to Alzheimers. It is so much more than just forgetting.
I'm a retired nurse too and I was going to virtually write the same comment. I had a particular favorite home care patient who used to teach high school English. Alzheimer's took her words and she couldn't read or speak anymore. She passed from COVID. 😭😖
Alzheimer’s is such a cruel disease. A thief.
I am a current ER nurse and I always express my sympathy to the family members that are slowly losing their loved one to this horrible disease.
He is such a legend. I still watch him with my grandkids. He was so funny yet so caring for all the animals. Im sorry he has this disease. Im so glad he has you Suzy and that beautiful place in Montana.
HE'S missed, HE'S such a gentleman, I miss him, God bless you more Mr. Jack, and your family.
Having lost my mother to this horrible disease I understand the sadness and frustration. I'm just glad he is in a peaceful environment surrounded by nature, animals, and love.
I went through it with my father as well and it is the worst to witness your loved one fade. It breaks my heart to even think about it. My father didn’t deserve that fate. No one deserves that fate, but thank God I was here to be with him at the end. I still cry thinking about him and the hell he went through but he is at peace now thank God. Your mother is at peace as well.
I lost my mom and my sweet mother-in-law to this awful disease
We lost my great-aunt and my grandma (her sister) to Alzheimer’s. Aunt Laura was 102, almost 103, when she died after living with it for 17 years. My grandma was 107, but she didn’t appear to develop it until about 2 years before she died.
@@ItsJustLisa I've known 5 relatives who were over 100 like your aunt and grandmother. None of them suffered the fate of your loved ones. They died in a variety of ways mostly heart disease but had their minds fairly intact until the end.
I’d have never thought of this type of ending for Jack. I’m so sorry. He’s been a pillar of a man for so long.
I saw it before he was diagnosed - he started acting and speaking very differently on one of the late night shows. I felt very sad.
@@watchgoose Now that I think about it he did show early signs towards the end of his TV days.
If everyone was more like Jack Hanna our world and lives would be completely different and worth living. Hats off to you sir. Your legacy and love for animals will forever live on and never be forgotten.
I know what it's like to watch someone fade away like this. We won't forget you, Jack.
A decent beautiful man whose entire life was devoted to animals around the world. He will be missed around the world. 🇺🇸😍🥰👍
When I was a child, we didn't have cable, just 4 channels. Every Saturday mid-day, the local broadcast stations brought on Jack Hanna, with all of his amazing animals and educational information. My children also grew to love watching him on different shows. What an amazing person ❤.
And he was SO funny!
Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, love and peace all over the world . I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust so as time goes on it will bring something great for us in the future, hope you don't mind?. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?
I used to make sure to watch David Letterman, and especially Johnny Carsons shows when Jack was on. Laughed so hard at how Jack always brought a surprise to Johnny on the show. Johnny Carson got pee'd on, critters in his hair, or Jack would have handed something that Johnny was thoroughly scared of, over to Johnny. Jack was always so sure footed and knew what he was doing. Laughed so hard. Jack was always a joy to watch. The good of him was so apparent! Thank you for it all.
My heart goes out to his family. God Bless you all!
My Grandma had dementia. I said at her funeral that she forgot everthing she had done for me. She helped raise me and was always in my corner. Heartbreaking to watch someone go through that.
Same 🙏
Omg you made me cry! Sorry for your loss. This is something I would wish on anyone
What a kind, intelligent, caring man who made the Columbus Zoo a world class institution. Suzi continues to be a loving and devoted partner. She has a world of people who support her.
Jack is a legend in the animal world. Right up there with Steve Irwin for me. Had the pleasure of meeting him a couple times in my younger years. Such a compassionate and kind guy. He’s earned his quiet and simple life. Just as his wife has. Thanks Jack for all you have done for the world!
He is a great gift to humanity and animals alike.. I hope the cure for this disease comes quickly.
Jack Hanna gave us so many wonderful memories and his love of animals and nature showed through in everything he did. His conservation efforts made a huge impact on how animals are kept and bred in captivity today. People would laugh seeing him on the Johnny Carson show because of the animal's antics, but his whole point of being there - was so people could actually see the wonder of that animal and want to save it. Thank you Jack - for taking us to far off lands we would never see ourselves and teaching us about the wonders of animals - big and small, and for leaving behind a Zoo that is world renowned for its efforts in conservation.
We will never forget Jack Hanna and his love of animals. This terrible disease is so hard on families.
Hello Madeleine where are you from?
Jack has helped me so much when i feel depressed. He is so genuine and so fun to watch. Doesn’t matter if its his own shows or on late night with Dave, there is something about him that makes me feel like a little kid again. Thank you Jack for all the laughs and all the magical and interesting moments!!!❤❤❤
My grandson Jack loved watching Jack Hannah on Letterman. Jack is only 11 years old but Thanks to CZcams we can watch Jack Hannah on the Letterman show. We truly hope they find a cure for him and all the others who suffer from alzheimers. Bless you Suzi for caring for him at home with family and friends who love him. That alone will make a difference in his health and well-being. Bless you Suzi and all those who love and care for Jack. My Father in law suffered from this disease also but he was placed in a V.A. hospital and unfortunately he went down hill fairly quicly. His name was also Jack, and luckily my children got to know him and enjoyed walking with their Grampa before he was placed into an institution. They said he never smiled anymore but as soon as my children walked in the room he would always look up and smile at me like he was trying to say Thank-You I am still here, please don't forget about me. My Dad used to drive up to visit him once a week and he always recognized him and would say Hi Leo. Thank you Dad, I'm so glad you stayed healthy and happy all of your days with us. We miss you. And we definitely miss the laughter Jack brought us. Get Better Jack, stay close to Suzi and your family and friends. It helps
What an icon. What a gentleman. What a wonderful human being.
Thank you, Suzi, for sharing such a personal story with us. Jack is very loved by millions of people who will remember his Legacy. He brought his passion into the spotlight and it shined brightly. Godspeed to Jack on his next journey, and all the peace, love, and privacy to you, Suzi, through all the days, months and years to come.
@bobcat2960,
Your comment is one of the loveliest things I’ve ever read.
Thank you for summing up your sentiment so eloquently.
The Columbus Dispatch did A+ job with this video. The serene sounds of Montana while showing how debilitating Alzheimer’s is on a man who did so much for connecting people to wildlife and understanding conservation efforts.
Also agree @bobcat2960 with your comment.
But it had nothing to do with telling others about Jesus Christ. In the end, all will be destroyed and a new Heaven and new earth will be. Eternity will all be about Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save the world from their sins. You can't earn your salvation. Jesus paid the price on the cross.
Having done several shows with Jack, I can tell you Suzi's love for him has shined for years. As well as his daughters. His family loves him unconditionally. She always greeted my daughters and I with hugs and would take my daughters around SeaWorld while I did shows with Jack. WONDERFUL woman
I just lost my mother, it was three years of her yelling “Help Me!!!” Over and over, day after day, she just wouldn’t stop. Her mind latched onto those two words and that’s all she yelled. I’m so glad she is with my father, I miss them both dearly, death can be a blessing, it’s cold of me to say, but she deserved peace after her struggle. I love you mom! I loved watching Jack, he made so many laugh, Don’t waste a minute folks.
Jack Hanna is so kind. He was on vacation with his family, but took the time to call my parents and congratulate them on their 50th wedding anniversary. It really meant a lot to them.
I grew up in Columbus. Loved Jack Hanna, was so proud of the Zoo and how he represented it. It makes me sad to see his family suffer as he slips away. I’ll be praying for him and his family. 😢. God Bless
If nothing else, going through this disease in my own family, I realize that at least HE will not suffer.
He’ll regress to a more and more childlike state, but as long as he’s cared for, and kept away from risk of falling, he will remain content and happy in his final days.
This man has a purest heart and everything he did was so genuine and funny, everybody loved him and he loved his animals.
😢 Alzheimer’s has impacted my family and I am very aware that the mind and our memories are so precious. I pray for Jack’s well being and those that love him. ❤
I'm so sorry that Jack has Alzheimers. My mother had it and it's a horrible, devastating disease. It not only strips of your memories. It can lead to be unable to walk, talk or basic functions. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy
I lost my mom to Alzheimer's in 2018 after a 5 year battle. It was very hard . I love that he lives in a peaceful area. Blessings to him,his wife and family. Prayers and hugs ❤
Prayers for his wife. That’s a huge job to take care of someone that doesn’t exactly know you like before, but his soul knows everything you are doing for him ❤️
Im so sad to hear about Jack. I used to love watching his shows and specials featuring all the wonderful animals and all of his guest appearances on all the late night talk shows. I am praying for you Jack and all of your family. I hope they will have a really good treatment for these terrible diseases very soon! God Bless.
In my life I've been through 3 wars and was shot to pieces in the last one. I'm hardened to the core from my life's experiences. I went through Alzheimer's with my mother a few years ago and towards the end her condition reduced me to being on my knees and crying like a baby. It is a very hard pill to swallow when your own mother looks straight into your eyes and has no idea who you are. I can fully relate to Suzi's feelings towards Jack. My heart goes out to Ms Suzi along with all my prayers.
I went through it with my mom who passed away in 2020. You are right. Especially the first time she doesn't remember who you are. It's like a knife stabbing you in your heart. It was very hard to go through. I know for a fact she is in heaven and I will see her again one day with her new body and she will know me then. Prayers for you too @jamesbass9797.
My ma gone too, last year march 5, 2022! Such grief!
He was the number one zoologist on tv growing up. I think he made me really start to like animals. It is sad to see this happen to him.
Heartbreaking. I am so glad he is at least "comfortable." 😢❤
This is why people like Seth Rogan and his team are trying so hard to put an end to this
@harryfp1494 put an end to what? Alzheimers?
This a sad thing happens to almost everyone at their older age. Jack was definitely a great man and will never be forgotten!
It is such a cruel disease. I continue to watch Jack on TV in better days. Wishing the best to you. God bless you and Jack and your family!
Jack and his family were such a delight to see on tv. He certainly opened the animal world to anyone that watched his shows
I struggle, like so many people, with a pretty heavy depression and sometimes to try to feel better I go back and watch the episodes of Letterman when Jack Hanna was on. Sometimes I laugh so hard that I almost can’t breathe. What a blessing. I hope that, in some kind of way, he will know and remember just how loved and appreciated he is and always will be.
What a handsome couple!!!
Stop asking him if he remembers- it’s painful……
When I was younger I LOOOOOOVED when Jack would go on the Lettermen show. He was so happy, zany, quirky, and funny. I hope that deep down inside he knows that he affected millions of children when it comes to how they view animals. His curiosity was infectious and I'd run to my Encyclopedias to find out more about the animals he had with him on the show.
Bless you Jack!
Bless you Jack & your wife & family ❤
It's such a cruel, hard disease. My mom had it & its heartbreaking
Prayers for all of you 🙏🙏🙏
I am caring for my Mom now who has dementia going on 4 plus years. Hugs to you in this long goodbye. Your Jack was always so enjoyable in his public persona as an educator about animal life . His life’s work will stand! 😊❤
As jack would probably say, This is Jack Hanna reporting from my base camp in Montana, thanks for watching.
I appreciate that Suzi Hannah allowed an article about Jack and Alzheimer's and also this video. I think it will mean a lot to people beginning the same long journey. His whole family is left with so many memories of all the adventures they had, and that is comforting. He will always be in my memories as I always watched his shows and especially loved seeing him on David Letterman. They played off each other and gave me so many belly laughs that I so needed. God bless you, Hanna family and especially Jack!
I didn't like Letterman, he always made these stupid jokes about the animals and gave them such a bad rep... screw him.
I loved him on Johnny Carson. Johnny played along so well, and when an animal acted up, it was so funny to watch Jack and Johnny. The best.
@jayppp9053 I never liked Letterman either and never thought he was funny, just condescending.
At 70, this man taught me as an adult to absolutely love and appreciate the beautiful wildlife on this planet. His use of humor while shoving important facts in my face brought so much joy to me personally. Sitting here crying my eyes out, but I know that the Love that Jack imparted to me for the planet will live on in me and millions of others. . . Love Never Fails . . . Thank you Mr. Jack!!!
So sorry he has this terrible disease. May
God bless everyday.
He is always will be Mr Jack and how i love and loved his tv shows. His bloopers are so very funny. My husband passed having dementia.....😢😢😢😢 but the memories of 45 years can never take away the memories i have....we are blessed.
A man that will never be forgotten. Hopefully TV will continue to run his show for generations.