Glenn Close, 79, says she has been using a cane and addresses public concern after she was seen with one. In an Instagram video, the “101 Dalmatians” actor thanks followers and explains the reason she needs a cane.

Outlet coverage focuses on her health update following appearances where fans noticed her walking with the aid. The Independent highlights that concerns grew after she was spotted using a cane at a film screening, framing the story as a direct response to viewer worries. The Belfast Telegraph likewise reports that she reveals why she has been seen using a cane.

While all sources treat the cane as the central development and emphasize Close’s explanation, the different framings reflect how each outlet connects the update to audience reaction or specific circumstances in which she was photographed or viewed.